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Y127 GHY

2001 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

56,654 mi
Last recorded56,654 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY127 GHY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2026 56,654 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 May 2025 55,836 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 54,201 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 51,644 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 46,315 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 46,315 miles

Central Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 44,635 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 43,577 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 43,559 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 43,559 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released rear control (1.3.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted and slightly binding (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 42,574 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 41,694 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 41,651 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 39,517 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 37,885 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 34,875 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 32,250 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 29,169 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 25,569 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 20,112 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 19,965 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 18,579 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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Y127 GHY is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 Y127 GHY, 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 Y127 GHY registered?

Y127 GHY is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y127 GHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y127 GHY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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