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Y116 LNU

2001 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

55,657 mi
Last recorded55,657 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY116 LNU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 55,657 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 55,657 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 55,510 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 54,678 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 50,640 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2012 49,346 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 49,346 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2011 47,630 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 47,630 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 45,357 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 40,063 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 32,813 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 31,453 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 21,910 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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Y116 LNU is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 Y116 LNU, 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.

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What year was Y116 LNU registered?

Y116 LNU is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 23 May 2001.

Is Y116 LNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y116 LNU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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