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N386 XAU

1996 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,847 mi
Last recorded20,847 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN386 XAU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2025 20,847 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 20,724 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 20,684 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 19,972 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2020 19,908 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2018 19,581 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 11 Aug 2018 19,580 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Mar 2017 18,196 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 17,698 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 17,139 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 16,581 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 16,422 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 15,690 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2011 15,688 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Jul 2010 14,690 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2009 13,708 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 13,707 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 12,983 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 12,238 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 11,283 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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N386 XAU is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N386 XAU, 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

How do I check the history of N386 XAU?

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What year was N386 XAU registered?

N386 XAU is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 15 January 1996.

Is N386 XAU safe to buy?

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