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N161 MTY

1995 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

35,680 mi
Last recorded35,680 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 1995 Triumph Sprint30,858 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN161 MTY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2021 35,680 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 35,558 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 35,303 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 34,622 miles

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 31 May 2017 32,121 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 32,011 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 31,527 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 30,724 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 29,649 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 28,635 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 27,328 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2010 25,396 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 25,396 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 23,406 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 20,799 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 20,799 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2007 18,796 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 18,796 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 16,881 miles

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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N161 MTY is a 1995 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 30,858 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 N161 MTY, 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 31 years old, this Triumph Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N161 MTY registered?

N161 MTY is a 1995 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 August 1995.

Is N161 MTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N161 MTY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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