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LX51 DVT

2001 Triumph Sprint RS

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

11,602 mi
Last recorded11,602 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint RS18,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 DVT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint RS
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 11,602 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 11,478 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 11,457 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 11,419 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 11,284 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 11,250 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 11,123 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 10,738 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2015 10,487 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 8,038 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 6,974 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 6,847 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 5,418 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2006 5,073 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 5,073 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint RS?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Headlamp aim too low 7
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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LX51 DVT is a 2001 Triumph Sprint RS in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Sprint RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 18,944 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Sprint RS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX51 DVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint RS typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Triumph Sprint RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX51 DVT registered?

LX51 DVT is a 2001 Triumph Sprint RS, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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