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P181 RJN

1997 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,408 mi
Last recorded12,408 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP181 RJN
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 12,408 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 11,992 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 11,590 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 11,313 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 11,095 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 10,340 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 10,340 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high ADJUSTED DURING TEST (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2016 10,275 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 10,050 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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P181 RJN is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 P181 RJN, 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.

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What year was P181 RJN registered?

P181 RJN is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 July 1997.

Is P181 RJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P181 RJN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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