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SN51 BBS

2002 Triumph Sprint RS

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,437 mi
Last recorded34,437 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint RS16,833 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN51 BBS
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint RS
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 34,437 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 32,739 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 32,353 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 30,315 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 30,286 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 30,286 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 30,285 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 30,107 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 21,982 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 29,182 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn At Clevis Joint (3.2.A1l)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 28,822 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 28,822 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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SN51 BBS is a 2002 Triumph Sprint RS in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SN51 BBS, 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 SN51 BBS registered?

SN51 BBS is a 2002 Triumph Sprint RS, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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