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N233 RJU

1996 Triumph Sprint

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

57,832 mi
Last recorded57,832 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN233 RJU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2023 57,832 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 57,713 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 56,023 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Sep 2020 56,023 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 54,262 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 53,650 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 52,764 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 51,313 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 49,919 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 47,007 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 45,148 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 43,725 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 40,825 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 40,607 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 34,885 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 25,562 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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N233 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 N233 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 N233 RJU registered?

N233 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 June 1996.

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The MOT history for N233 RJU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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