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X722 BFJ

2000 Triumph Sprint RS

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

5,151 mi
Last recorded5,151 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint RS20,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX722 BFJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint RS
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc
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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Fail 17 Mar 2026 5,151 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Showing red light (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Unit damaged (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Showing red light (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Light unit insecure (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Engine noise noted during test

Exhaust system noisy

Front mud guard not fitted during test

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

Pass 8 Nov 2024 33,600 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 33,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 33,600 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake master cylinder insecure Reservoir insecure(dangling on hose) (1.1.10 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2024 33,595 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

No front half of front fender fitted

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 31,804 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 31,518 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

fairing missing

Fail 1 Apr 2021 31,518 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

fairing missing

Pass 4 Apr 2019 30,952 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 30,952 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 30,287 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 27,799 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 25,548 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2015 23,436 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 20,801 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 18,735 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 16,149 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 14,707 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 12,388 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 12,011 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 11,493 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 11,166 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 11,018 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

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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X722 BFJ is a 2000 Triumph Sprint RS in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Sprint RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 20,321 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 X722 BFJ, 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 26 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 X722 BFJ registered?

X722 BFJ is a 2000 Triumph Sprint RS, first registered on 7 September 2000.

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