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Y38 BSC

2001 Triumph Sprint RS

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,577 mi
Last recorded47,577 miles
Recorded on14 May 2020
Typical for 2001 Triumph Sprint RS18,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY38 BSC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint RS
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2020 47,577 miles
Fail 12 May 2020 46,575 miles

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

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Handlebar deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 15 Jun 2009 45,086 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 42,661 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 42,661 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 42,589 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 30,078 miles

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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Y38 BSC is a 2001 Triumph Sprint RS in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Sprint RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 18,944 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 Y38 BSC, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Sprint RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y38 BSC is a 2001 Triumph Sprint RS, first registered on 9 March 2001.

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