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Y299 WEW

2001 Triumph Sprint

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

38,599 mi
Last recorded38,599 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY299 WEW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 38,599 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 38,383 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 38,113 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 38,080 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 37,875 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 37,520 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 36,923 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 36,084 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 35,593 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 35,587 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2016 34,626 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 32,638 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear drive chain needs lube

Pass 19 Mar 2014 30,941 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 30,697 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 29,186 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 27,331 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 27,219 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 21,286 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 16,219 miles

Gear change lever rubber split

Rear brake pads shortly due replacement

Slight wear in shock absorber bottom links

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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Y299 WEW is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y299 WEW, 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 Y299 WEW registered?

Y299 WEW is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 April 2001.

Is Y299 WEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y299 WEW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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