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Y224 DGP

2001 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,703 mi
Last recorded56,703 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY224 DGP
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 56,703 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 56,417 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 56,378 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 56,078 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 55,914 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 5,544 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 55,268 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 54,494 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 53,965 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 4 Jun 2015 53,933 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 May 2014 50,844 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 48,831 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 10 May 2013 48,831 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 May 2012 39,512 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 38,240 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 35,362 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 33,830 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Jul 2008 33,978 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 27,291 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 26,966 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 20,588 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2005 13,157 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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Y224 DGP 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 81.8%.

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 Y224 DGP, 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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Y224 DGP is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 16 July 2001.

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