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Y117 DBW

2001 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,480 mi
Last recorded45,480 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint22,059 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY117 DBW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 45,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 45,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel hub worn, but not excessively Freeplay noticable (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 45,022 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 44,354 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 44,003 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 41,174 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 40,289 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 38,993 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 37,502 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 34,966 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 34,303 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 34,303 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 33,947 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 32,960 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 30,180 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 25,856 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 21,486 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 20,292 miles

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

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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Y117 DBW is a 2001 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 22,059 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y117 DBW, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y117 DBW registered?

Y117 DBW is a 2001 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 18 April 2001.

Is Y117 DBW safe to buy?

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