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Y338 TGK

2001 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

60,052 mi
Last recorded60,052 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY338 TGK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 60,052 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil left hand fork (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 May 2024 56,892 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2024 56,878 miles

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel possible to pull brake lever to bar/throttle grip (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose leaking leaking at Banjo (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 54,471 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit near limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jun 2020 54,466 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering linkage locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached Touching swingarm (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Belly pan insecure

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Left switch insecure

Pass 29 Apr 2016 52,125 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 52,125 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 51,002 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 51,002 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 49,479 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 49,479 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 44,500 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 44,500 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 39,504 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 34,350 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jul 2010 34,221 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 28,668 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 28,668 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 23,457 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 18,644 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 12,878 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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Y338 TGK is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 Y338 TGK, 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 Y338 TGK registered?

Y338 TGK is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is Y338 TGK safe to buy?

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