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LN51 ECE

2001 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,692 mi
Last recorded33,692 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN51 ECE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 33,692 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 33,067 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 May 2023 33,064 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 33,021 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 32,971 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 32,569 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 32,416 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jul 2018 32,405 miles

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Rear suspension siezed. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak l/h fork seal. (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play Badly notched. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar R/h grip loose on bar. (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Carrier-rotors. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 29,186 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 25,355 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 21,845 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 19,003 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 9 Jun 2012 15,993 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2012 15,993 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 13,208 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 13,192 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2010 10,593 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 8,689 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 7,006 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 5,639 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 2,762 miles

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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LN51 ECE is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LN51 ECE, 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 LN51 ECE registered?

LN51 ECE is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 December 2001.

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