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Y251 HHP

2001 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

23,197 mi
Last recorded23,197 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY251 HHP
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 23,197 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy Aftermarket silencer (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2025 22,918 miles

Exhaust noisy Aftermarket silencer (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 21,812 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 21,259 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2023 21,259 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 20,097 miles

Exhaust noisy AFTERMARKET SILENCER FITTED (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 19,360 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Mar 2019 17,288 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 15,491 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 14,235 miles

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

Gear change rod bent at adjuster nut.

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

Pass 14 May 2016 12,072 miles

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

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2015 10,539 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 10,539 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 May 2014 7,384 miles

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

gear change rubber split

Pass 1 Mar 2013 5,873 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 5,104 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 5,045 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 4,147 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 4,133 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 4,001 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 3,448 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 3,382 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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Y251 HHP 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 90.9%.

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 Y251 HHP, 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 Y251 HHP registered?

Y251 HHP is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 23 April 2001.

Is Y251 HHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y251 HHP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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