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VU52 WTE

2002 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,092 mi
Last recorded45,092 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2013
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 WTE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2013 45,092 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

RHF Footrest shortened

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Mar 2013 45,092 miles

Front mudguard can easily contact the tyre (2.3.7)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 40,282 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 10 Dec 2011 40,282 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Dec 2010 32,627 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 26,922 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 21,531 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 16,043 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 15,137 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 11,711 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 WTE is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WTE, 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.

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What year was VU52 WTE registered?

VU52 WTE is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 December 2002.

Is VU52 WTE safe to buy?

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