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Y288 HYG

2001 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

38,000 mi
Last recorded38,000 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY288 HYG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 38,000 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 36,688 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 36,684 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 35,178 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 35,173 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 34,137 miles

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 34,133 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy Notch in centre (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes have slight play - monitor (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 33,570 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 33,566 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2020 32,871 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 32,054 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 31,454 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 30,224 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 May 2013 28,988 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 28,988 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2012 27,977 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 27,282 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 26,370 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 24,258 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 24,254 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 May 2008 20,227 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 20,227 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2007 16,704 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 15,737 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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Y288 HYG is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 Y288 HYG, 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 Y288 HYG registered?

Y288 HYG is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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