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LX51 DWE

2001 Triumph Sprint

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,397 mi
Last recorded48,397 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 DWE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 48,397 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 45,609 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 45,141 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 45,141 miles

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 42,758 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 42,374 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 41,341 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 41,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 39,482 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 34,315 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 27,103 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 20,339 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 13,684 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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LX51 DWE is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LX51 DWE, 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 LX51 DWE registered?

LX51 DWE is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 24 November 2001.

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