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Y238 DRB

2001 Triumph Sprint

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

29,382 mi
Last recorded29,382 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY238 DRB
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 29,382 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 27,860 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2021 27,008 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 26,323 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 25,284 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 24,228 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2016 22,882 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 22,532 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 20,059 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 19,993 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 19,831 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2010 19,831 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 17,798 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 21 Feb 2009 17,798 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 13,780 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 13,780 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 13,481 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 9,839 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2005 7,908 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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Y238 DRB is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 Y238 DRB, 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 Y238 DRB registered?

Y238 DRB is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y238 DRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y238 DRB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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