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VU02 TZA

2002 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

76,114 mi
Last recorded76,114 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 TZA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 76,114 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 74,010 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2017 74,010 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 70,511 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 66,577 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 63,543 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 61,401 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 58,676 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 56,695 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 56,609 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 54,358 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 53,429 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 50,925 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2008 50,925 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 49,341 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 46,733 miles

clutch cable starting to fray at clutch end

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 TZA is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 VU02 TZA, 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 TZA registered?

VU02 TZA is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 13 April 2002.

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