Triumph Sprint (2011)
2011 Triumph Sprint
CarHunch analysed 305 real MOT records for the 2011 Triumph Sprint. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2011 Triumph Sprint passes its MOT at 91.4%, well above the UK average of 80%, which speaks to solid build quality—though the 22.6% of vehicles that have recorded a dangerous defect is worth noting as a buyer concern and warrants a pre-purchase inspection. Trim and exhaust issues are likely culprits, so check those systems closely.
These bikes average just 18,221 miles across 13 years, suggesting they're cherished rather than thrashed, yet advisories average 4.8 per vehicle, indicating minor wear accumulates steadily. With nearly one failure per bike on record, budget for regular maintenance and always inspect the last MOT report before buying—a pre-purchase history check will tell you whether you're looking at a well-kept example or a neglected one.
What to check before buying a 2011 Triumph Sprint
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 22.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2011 Triumph Sprint vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2011 Triumph Sprint vehicles fall between 10,552 and 23,682 miles.
2011 Triumph Sprint — Still on the Road
205 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 75% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2011 Triumph Sprint
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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31.1%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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26.1%
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
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24.3%
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
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24.2%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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23.7%
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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23.5%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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21.8%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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15.8%
Drive chain slightly loose
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011. Counts include advisories and failures.
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