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N317 PTX

1996 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

58,379 mi
Last recorded58,379 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN317 PTX
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 58,379 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 May 2022 58,364 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 58,208 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2019 58,208 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 58,191 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 57,943 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 57,708 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 57,708 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 56,380 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 53,341 miles

Chain guard missing

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 50,629 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 48,585 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 47,480 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 47,480 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 47,046 miles

front brake slightly binding

Pass 22 Jun 2009 45,094 miles

throttle stiff

Pass 25 Jun 2008 41,191 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2007 36,796 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 31,452 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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N317 PTX is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 N317 PTX, 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 N317 PTX registered?

N317 PTX is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 April 1996.

Is N317 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N317 PTX 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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