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W137 VAW

2000 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

60,517 mi
Last recorded60,517 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW137 VAW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 60,517 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 60,403 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 59,874 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2022 59,874 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 58,306 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2020 58,230 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 57,656 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 56,926 miles

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort lever comes close to handle bars (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 56,414 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 55,272 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 47,896 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 43,420 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 43,420 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 12 Jul 2013 41,442 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 40,676 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 22 Jun 2012 40,658 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Coolant leak

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

engine oil level appears to be low,advise to check when cold

Pass 9 Jun 2011 38,152 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 33,425 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 28,765 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 26,592 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 26,592 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 May 2007 25,665 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 24,614 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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W137 VAW is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 24,432 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 W137 VAW, 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 26 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W137 VAW registered?

W137 VAW is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 8 May 2000.

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