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N204 RJU

1996 Triumph Sprint RS

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,868 mi
Last recorded49,868 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN204 RJU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint RS
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2020 49,868 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 46,152 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 39,787 miles

Offside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 39,779 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 35,419 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 30,977 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 30,976 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 30,973 miles

front mudguard cracked

rear brake has slight bind

Fail 27 Feb 2014 30,973 miles

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

front mudguard cracked

rear brake has slight bind

Pass 14 Feb 2013 30,310 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 21,956 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 21,956 miles

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 27,424 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 25,206 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 21,000 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint RS?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Headlamp aim too low 7
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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N204 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Sprint RS in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Triumph Sprint RS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N204 RJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint RS typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 30 years old, this Triumph Sprint RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N204 RJU registered?

N204 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Sprint RS, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N204 RJU safe to buy?

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