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N231 RJU

1996 Triumph Sprint

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

21,463 mi
Last recorded21,463 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN231 RJU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 21,463 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 21,456 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 20,501 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 19,683 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 18,671 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 18,671 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 17,231 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 17,231 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2010 16,619 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2009 15,220 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 15,220 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 13,031 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 12,330 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 11,646 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 11,646 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

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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N231 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 N231 RJU, 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 N231 RJU registered?

N231 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 June 1996.

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The MOT history for N231 RJU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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