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N423 SKG

1996 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

34,401 mi
Last recorded34,401 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN423 SKG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 34,401 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 34,401 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 33,648 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Aug 2016 33,648 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear suspension component loose Clamp bolt missing. (2.4.A.1a)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. Left silencer clamp loose. (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Prop stand assy. loose.

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 32,431 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2014 30,383 miles

f/n/s fork seal leaking

front tyre vale rubber seal split

Fail 4 Aug 2014 30,383 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

f/n/s fork seal leaking

front tyre vale rubber seal split

Pass 23 Mar 2012 30,328 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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N423 SKG is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N423 SKG, 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 N423 SKG registered?

N423 SKG is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N423 SKG safe to buy?

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