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J9 FTO

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,646 mi
Last recorded35,646 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2021
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ9 FTO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2021 35,646 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 34,328 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 33,520 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 29,354 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Nov 2017 29,350 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

surface corrosion on drive chain

Pass 17 Jun 2016 26,027 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 26,010 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 25,922 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 25,796 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2006 24,533 miles

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

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

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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J9 FTO is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 27,389 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 J9 FTO, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J9 FTO registered?

J9 FTO is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 May 1999.

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