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Y217 UGP

2001 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

52,078 mi
Last recorded52,078 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY217 UGP
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 52,078 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 46,679 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 42,523 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 39,908 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 39,908 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 Jun 2022 39,884 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

front tyre slight mishaped

Pass 2 Jul 2021 39,862 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 39,635 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 39,464 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 38,885 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 38,329 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 37,950 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 35,878 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 35,878 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

rear hugger broken

Pass 14 Jul 2014 35,587 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 35,267 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 35,059 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 33,753 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 32,655 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 31,324 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 29,646 miles

left hand handlebar slightly bent

Pass 25 May 2007 28,262 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2006 24,513 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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Y217 UGP is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 Y217 UGP, 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 Y217 UGP registered?

Y217 UGP is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 June 2001.

Is Y217 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y217 UGP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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