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Y729 EVK

2001 Triumph Sprint

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

32,181 mi
Last recorded32,181 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY729 EVK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2023 32,181 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2021 32,155 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 32,155 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 28 May 2020 32,081 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 32,068 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 31,379 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 31,379 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 30,763 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 30,479 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 28,937 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 26,814 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 24,555 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 22,487 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (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))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 22,487 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2006 18,483 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 17,735 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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Y729 EVK is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y729 EVK, 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 Y729 EVK registered?

Y729 EVK is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 3 April 2001.

Is Y729 EVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y729 EVK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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