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SV51 EPU

2001 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

21,527 mi
Last recorded21,527 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV51 EPU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 21,527 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 21,454 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 21,337 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 21,154 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 21,154 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 21,143 miles

Drive chain slightly loose Chain worn and links starting to seize (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn Front and rear (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 19,676 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 16,384 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 16,348 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 12 Jun 2012 16,348 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 16,085 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

horn note low

Fail 8 Jun 2011 16,085 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

horn note low

Pass 16 Jun 2010 15,206 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2010 15,206 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 13,380 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2008 12,441 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 10,363 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2005 7,811 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 7,811 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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SV51 EPU is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SV51 EPU, 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 SV51 EPU registered?

SV51 EPU is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 October 2001.

Is SV51 EPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV51 EPU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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