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N553 FEH

1996 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,851 mi
Last recorded12,851 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2017
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN553 FEH
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2017 12,851 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 12,807 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

stone chip on o/s headlight

Fail 19 May 2011 12,807 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

stone chip on o/s headlight

Pass 24 Jan 2009 9,840 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 7,776 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 7,776 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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N553 FEH is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N553 FEH, 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 N553 FEH registered?

N553 FEH is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N553 FEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N553 FEH shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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