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LJ51 VAF

2001 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,311 mi
Last recorded72,311 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 VAF
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 72,311 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 71,823 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 71,698 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 70,888 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 68,704 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension component seized (2.4A2a(ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2011 68,704 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2010 61,781 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Apr 2009 52,045 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2009 52,045 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Feb 2008 39,832 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 27,728 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 16,051 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint?

Based on 158,613 MOT tests across 12,829 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,051
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
12,829
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,971
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,275
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 912
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 604
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 520
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LJ51 VAF is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 22,059 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Sprint fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,971 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ51 VAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 25 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ51 VAF registered?

LJ51 VAF is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is LJ51 VAF safe to buy?

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