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P148 TGF

1997 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,645 mi
Last recorded35,645 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP148 TGF
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2021 35,645 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 35,435 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 34,613 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 34,542 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 34,542 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2017 34,523 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 33,882 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 33,264 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 32,999 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 31,245 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 31,243 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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P148 TGF is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 26,222 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 P148 TGF, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P148 TGF registered?

P148 TGF is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 8 February 1997.

Is P148 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P148 TGF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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