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WV52 EMF

2002 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

28,260 mi
Last recorded28,260 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint22,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV52 EMF
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 28,260 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 25,603 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 24,334 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 20,986 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 18,565 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 17,341 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 17,273 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 17,228 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 17,202 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 17,202 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Oct 2015 17,168 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 17,059 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 16,724 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 16,716 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

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

front tyre under inflated

Pass 18 May 2012 16,433 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 16,146 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 15,811 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 15,811 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 15,523 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 14,840 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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WV52 EMF is a 2002 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 WV52 EMF, 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 WV52 EMF registered?

WV52 EMF is a 2002 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is WV52 EMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV52 EMF shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WV52 EMF have outstanding finance?

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