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VU02 TYV

2002 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,320 mi
Last recorded27,320 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 TYV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2016 27,320 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 23,131 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 23,131 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 20,253 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 19,299 miles

Both Tyres Soft

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 18,518 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 18,452 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 18,035 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2007 17,628 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 16,007 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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VU02 TYV is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 TYV, 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 TYV registered?

VU02 TYV is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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