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VU52 JXO

2002 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

14,833 mi
Last recorded14,833 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 JXO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 14,833 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 14,409 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 14,151 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 13,768 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 13,177 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 12,574 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 11,466 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 11,466 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2016 11,415 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 10,926 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 10,926 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 10,506 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 10,506 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 9,217 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 7,979 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 7,742 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 7,395 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 4,588 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 3,886 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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VU52 JXO is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 VU52 JXO, 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 VU52 JXO registered?

VU52 JXO is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 September 2002.

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The MOT history for VU52 JXO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU52 JXO have outstanding finance?

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