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VX51 WTY

2001 Triumph Sprint

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,721 mi
Last recorded51,721 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 WTY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2025 51,721 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 51,551 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 50,950 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 50,236 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 50,236 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 47,979 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 47,000 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 45,723 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 44,506 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 43,188 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 43,188 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2016 42,294 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 41,141 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 39,454 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 35,069 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 29,211 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2011 23,524 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 15,914 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 13,672 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 13,422 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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VX51 WTY is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 22,059 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 VX51 WTY, 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 25 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 VX51 WTY registered?

VX51 WTY is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is VX51 WTY safe to buy?

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