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N869 TBC

1996 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,467 mi
Last recorded29,467 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN869 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2023 29,467 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 29,059 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 28,735 miles

Front Brake lever travel is long

Rear Tyre has cuts in tread but not to cords.

Rear Tyre is getting low on tread.

Pass 9 Jul 2018 27,194 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 26,705 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 26,603 miles

Front brake pads not visible

Pass 12 May 2015 26,366 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 26,065 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 25,704 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 25,487 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 25,199 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 24,877 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 May 2009 24,555 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 24,036 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2007 23,245 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2006 22,272 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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N869 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N869 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 N869 TBC registered?

N869 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 July 1996.

Is N869 TBC safe to buy?

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