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W297 YGA

2000 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,208 mi
Last recorded23,208 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW297 YGA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 23,208 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 22,908 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 22,283 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 22,272 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 19,520 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2011 16,928 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 14,350 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 11,744 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2009 11,744 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 11,688 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 10,690 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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W297 YGA is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W297 YGA, 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 W297 YGA registered?

W297 YGA is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W297 YGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W297 YGA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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