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PK51 BVT

2001 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

34,440 mi
Last recorded34,440 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK51 BVT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 34,440 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 34,440 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 34,199 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2024 33,090 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 31,427 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 28,818 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 27,845 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 27,840 miles

corrison on r/h/f footrest plate

front tyre will need changing

oily mist on both fork seals

rear tyre will need changing

Pass 14 Feb 2019 27,325 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 27,308 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2014 27,308 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 20,017 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 20,017 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 8,678 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 7,289 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 7,283 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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PK51 BVT is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PK51 BVT, 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 PK51 BVT registered?

PK51 BVT is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is PK51 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK51 BVT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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