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Y249 FTA

2001 Triumph Sprint

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

33,656 mi
Last recorded33,656 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY249 FTA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 33,656 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 32,267 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2023 31,766 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 31,117 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 30,329 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 29,564 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed but serviceable Left handle bar is slightly bent and touching the fuel tank on full lock. (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 28,553 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 27,433 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 26,676 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 25,984 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 8 Aug 2016 25,984 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 25,387 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 24,713 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 23,241 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 22,224 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 22,224 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 20,533 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 19,300 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 19,300 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 17,844 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 16,685 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 13,027 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 10,749 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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Y249 FTA is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Orange 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 Y249 FTA, 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 Y249 FTA registered?

Y249 FTA is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 19 May 2001.

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The MOT history for Y249 FTA 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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