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VU02 ZZC

2002 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

25,170 mi
Last recorded25,170 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2024
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 ZZC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2024 25,170 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 23,756 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 23,750 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2020 22,960 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 11 Jan 2020 22,960 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 21,920 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 21,901 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 20,309 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2018 20,309 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 18,159 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2017 18,159 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 15,340 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 14,198 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 May 2014 12,514 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 10,468 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 8,965 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 8,965 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 May 2011 7,844 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 7,719 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 7,487 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 5,678 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 5,381 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 ZZC is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 ZZC, 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 ZZC registered?

VU02 ZZC is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 July 2002.

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The MOT history for VU02 ZZC shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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