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N251 SUT

1996 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

24,441 mi
Last recorded24,441 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN251 SUT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 24,441 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 24,117 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 23,819 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 2 Sep 2023 23,819 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 23,606 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2022 23,606 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 23,260 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 22,671 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 22,671 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2014 28,741 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 25,944 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 25,095 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 25,095 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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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N251 SUT is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 N251 SUT, 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.

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What year was N251 SUT registered?

N251 SUT is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 25 May 1996.

Is N251 SUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N251 SUT shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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