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VU52 JYA

2002 Triumph Sprint

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

12,207 mi
Last recorded12,207 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 JYA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 12,207 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 12,157 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 11,644 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 11,297 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 11,084 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 10,034 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2019 10,034 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 8,869 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 5,788 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 2,117 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 2,085 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 2,085 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 2,083 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 2,057 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 2,008 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 1,968 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 1,815 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 JYA is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 VU52 JYA, 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 JYA registered?

VU52 JYA is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 4 October 2002.

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The MOT history for VU52 JYA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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