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OU51 PYY

2001 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

41,348 mi
Last recorded41,348 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 PYY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 41,348 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 41,330 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 41,045 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 40,727 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 40,079 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 39,345 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Advise to replace asap... (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 38,708 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 38,215 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 37,433 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 36,716 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 35,384 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 35,384 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 32,296 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 30,279 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 30,278 miles

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

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

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

front brake control as limited reserve travel

Pass 13 Oct 2012 26,709 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 25,257 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 18,216 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 12,932 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 10 Sep 2009 12,932 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 8,240 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 4,999 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 4,999 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2006 2,348 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2005 11,376 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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OU51 PYY is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 OU51 PYY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU51 PYY registered?

OU51 PYY is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is OU51 PYY safe to buy?

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