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VU02 TYT

2002 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,190 mi
Last recorded66,190 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 TYT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 66,190 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 65,710 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 65,181 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 63,059 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 62,598 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 62,024 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 61,130 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 60,241 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 59,936 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 59,514 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 58,679 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 58,119 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 58,099 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 56,554 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2010 51,910 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 47,076 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 40,605 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 32,887 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 May 2006 23,990 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 23,990 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

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

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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VU02 TYT is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 22,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU02 TYT, 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 24 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 VU02 TYT registered?

VU02 TYT is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 10 May 2002.

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