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Y706 RCR

2001 Triumph Sprint

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,101 mi
Last recorded26,101 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY706 RCR
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 26,101 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2024 26,096 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 24,675 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 30 Jun 2023 24,670 miles

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 24,036 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2021 24,002 miles

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 23,954 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 23,681 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 21,769 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 20,857 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2015 17,510 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2014 14,151 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 13,682 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 12,612 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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Y706 RCR is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y706 RCR, 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 Y706 RCR registered?

Y706 RCR is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y706 RCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y706 RCR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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