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N971 EKN

1996 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

32,658 mi
Last recorded32,658 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN971 EKN
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 32,658 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 32,638 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 32,591 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 29,304 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 21,972 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 20,278 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 16,777 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Oct 2014 16,773 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 16,364 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Oct 2012 14,961 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 14,626 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 14,626 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 14,436 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 1 May 2010 14,126 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 13,849 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 13,434 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 13,346 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 May 2006 13,119 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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N971 EKN is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 N971 EKN, 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 N971 EKN registered?

N971 EKN is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 July 1996.

Is N971 EKN safe to buy?

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