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YX51 KAJ

2001 Triumph Sprint

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,861 mi
Last recorded30,861 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX51 KAJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 30,861 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 29,505 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 28,411 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 27,657 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 26,068 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

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

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 3 Oct 2009 25,959 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 23,846 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 21,954 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2006 18,802 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 18,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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YX51 KAJ is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YX51 KAJ, 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 YX51 KAJ registered?

YX51 KAJ is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 November 2001.

Is YX51 KAJ safe to buy?

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