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N840 TBC

1996 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

40,465 mi
Last recorded40,465 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN840 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 40,465 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 39,688 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 39,688 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Mudguard insecure front mudguard insecure ()

Pass 3 Jun 2017 39,584 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 39,331 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 39,312 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2015 37,951 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 37,951 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 37,684 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 2 May 2014 37,684 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)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 18 May 2011 37,545 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2009 37,474 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 4 Jul 2009 37,474 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 37,248 miles

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

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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N840 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 N840 TBC, 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 N840 TBC registered?

N840 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N840 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N840 TBC shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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