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Y966 RNH

2001 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,382 mi
Last recorded55,382 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY966 RNH
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 55,382 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 54,382 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 53,430 miles

Rear Brake lever slightly damaged bent (3.2.A1c)

Fail 20 Feb 2016 53,419 miles

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

Rear Brake lever slightly damaged bent (3.2.A1c)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 52,268 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 Jan 2014 49,741 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Sep 2013 49,725 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 48,326 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front tyre starting to wear low.

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 46,162 miles

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

cut in rear tyre tread not down to cords

Pass 7 Sep 2010 45,191 miles

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

engine managment lamp on

Pass 23 Feb 2009 43,463 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 37,734 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 31,804 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 23,484 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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Y966 RNH is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 Y966 RNH, 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 Y966 RNH registered?

Y966 RNH is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 16 March 2001.

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