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WU52 LJN

2002 Triumph Sprint

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,881 mi
Last recorded21,881 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 LJN
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 21,881 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2026 21,879 miles

Offside Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2025 21,501 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 21,008 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 20,292 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 19,626 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 19,116 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 18,431 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 17,911 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 17,093 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 30 Sep 2014 17,077 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Oct 2013 15,991 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 15,673 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 14,492 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 14,441 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

chain dry

front brake lever bent

Pass 24 Mar 2009 12,282 miles

rear lamp seems a little dim

Pass 27 Mar 2008 9,149 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 8,966 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Aug 2005 8,040 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

drive chain dry.

front brake shows slight sign of judder on the roller brake tester.

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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WU52 LJN is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WU52 LJN, 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 WU52 LJN registered?

WU52 LJN is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 9 September 2002.

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The MOT history for WU52 LJN shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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