Triumph Sprint
MotorcycleFrom 7,850 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Sprints fare better: 2016 models pass at 94.7% vs 82.8% for 1999.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 125 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 125 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 89 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 73 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 48 |
| audible warning not working | 34 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 33 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 32 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 29 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 27 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 25 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 28.3% of Sprint failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £69.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 94.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2015 | 87.8% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2014 | 88.7% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2013 | 88.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
18 earlier years
| 2012 | 90.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, audible warning not working |
| 2011 | 91.6% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2010 | 88.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2009 | 86.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2008 | 87.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2007 | 89.2% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
| 2006 | 86.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2005 | 85.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2004 | 83.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc |
| 2003 | 79.7% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2002 | 84.5% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2001 | 89.5% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, projected beam image is obviously incorrect |
| 2000 | 84.4% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 1999 | 82.8% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 1998 | 81.2% | contaminated with oil, grease etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 1996 | 86.8% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, a transmission belt or chain excessively tight |
| 1995 | 87.7% | brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a lamp missing or inoperative |
| 1994 | 93.5% | handlebar fractured, excessively deformed or excessively corroded, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution |
Typical mileage
Half of all Sprints tested had between 21,418 and 35,856 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 28,801 median miles, the Sprint has 0.045 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Triumph models
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.9% |
| Triumph Tiger | 91.6% |
| Triumph Daytona | 85.9% |
| Triumph Speed Triple | 88.7% |
| Triumph Street | 91.4% |
Common questions
What is the Triumph Sprint MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Sprint has a 87.1% MOT pass rate based on 7,850 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Sprint?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Sprint is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 125 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Sprint at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Sprint is 28,801 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 21,418 and 35,856 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.