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N59 LWX

1996 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

1,292 mi
Last recorded1,292 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2021
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN59 LWX
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2021 1,292 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements too small and silver/black (0.1 (d))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear subframe modified from standard

kill switch missing

Pass 13 Dec 2019 1,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 1,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 897 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 369 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 198 miles

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

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

exhausts noisy

front position lamp not fitted

Fail 29 Feb 2016 17,940 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp switch the wrong way round (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp switch the wrong way round (1.2.2c)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

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

exhausts noisy

front position lamp not fitted

Fail 6 Feb 2016 39 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 34,108 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 34,108 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2009 32,909 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 31,383 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 31,377 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Oct 2006 27,226 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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N59 LWX is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 N59 LWX, 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 N59 LWX registered?

N59 LWX is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 15 May 1996.

Is N59 LWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N59 LWX shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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