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VU52 WSN

2002 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

17,501 mi
Last recorded17,501 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2022
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 WSN
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2022 17,501 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 17,147 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 17,145 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2020 16,803 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 16,803 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake cylinder has no reserve travel and braking performance affected master cylinder piston siezed (1.1.16 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Feb 2015 16,657 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 16,539 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 16,062 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 15,035 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 29 May 2012 15,035 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Fail 27 May 2011 11,763 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

one tail light bulb inoperative

Pass 27 May 2011 11,763 miles

one tail light bulb inoperative

Pass 15 May 2010 10,007 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 8,806 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 5,774 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 5,736 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 5,736 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Nov 2005 5,602 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 WSN is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 WSN, 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 WSN registered?

VU52 WSN is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 16 October 2002.

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