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OY02 VMV

2002 Triumph Sprint RS

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

11,971 mi
Last recorded11,971 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint RS16,833 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY02 VMV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint RS
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 11,971 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2023 11,227 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 11,227 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 10,685 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 10,004 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 8,977 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2020 8,977 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 8,952 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 8,851 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 8,723 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 8,619 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 31 Oct 2013 8,388 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 8,150 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 8,003 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 4 May 2010 7,753 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

handlebar slitley out of line

Pass 5 May 2009 7,408 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 7,077 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 6,806 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 6,408 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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OY02 VMV is a 2002 Triumph Sprint RS in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Sprint RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,833 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 OY02 VMV, 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 24 years old, this Triumph Sprint RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OY02 VMV registered?

OY02 VMV is a 2002 Triumph Sprint RS, first registered on 6 April 2002.

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