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N57 KGJ

1996 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,801 mi
Last recorded58,801 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN57 KGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 58,801 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 49,657 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

gear selector lever loose/worn

Pass 25 Mar 2021 49,029 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 47,160 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear suspension bearings have slight up & down play

Pass 16 Mar 2018 45,281 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 43,681 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 41,879 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 40,627 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 40,244 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 39,210 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 19,847 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 19,847 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 19,206 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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N57 KGJ is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N57 KGJ, 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 N57 KGJ registered?

N57 KGJ is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 11 March 1996.

Is N57 KGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N57 KGJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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