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VU52 WSE

2002 Triumph Sprint RS

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

16,564 mi
Last recorded16,564 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint RS16,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 WSE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint RS
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 16,564 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 15,019 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 15,019 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 15,012 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 14,850 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 14,450 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 13,800 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 13,143 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 12,746 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 12,746 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 29 May 2015 12,011 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 10,745 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 8,593 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 8,593 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 7,132 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 7,132 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 6,198 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 5,444 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 4,732 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2008 4,732 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 3,514 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint RS?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Headlamp aim too low 7
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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VU52 WSE is a 2002 Triumph Sprint RS in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Sprint RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,833 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 RS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU52 WSE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint RS typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Triumph Sprint RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VU52 WSE registered?

VU52 WSE is a 2002 Triumph Sprint RS, first registered on 18 October 2002.

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