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VU02 XOB

2002 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,026 mi
Last recorded42,026 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 XOB
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 42,026 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear tyre has been pluged!

Pass 13 Aug 2015 40,481 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 40,340 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 40,305 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 39,054 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 38,699 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

rear number plate cracked!

Fail 14 Sep 2010 38,699 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

rear number plate cracked!

Pass 31 Jul 2009 36,809 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2008 31,622 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)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Throttle cable a little slow to return on lock.

Pass 5 Apr 2007 26,075 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 26,033 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2006 26,023 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 26,023 miles

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

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 XOB is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XOB, 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 XOB registered?

VU02 XOB is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 10 April 2002.

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