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N149 YNV

1996 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,525 mi
Last recorded14,525 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2015
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN149 YNV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2015 14,525 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Feb 2015 14,525 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 12,252 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 12,252 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 12,187 miles

rear light lens small crack!

Pass 29 Apr 2008 12,161 miles

both foam handlebar grips loose

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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N149 YNV is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 26,860 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 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 N149 YNV, 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 30 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 N149 YNV registered?

N149 YNV is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 16 April 1996.

Is N149 YNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N149 YNV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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