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P215 SMR

1996 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

60,880 mi
Last recorded60,880 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP215 SMR
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 60,880 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2024 56,962 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2023 52,685 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 48,695 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2021 45,094 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2018 42,846 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 40,496 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

gear lever bushes worn

oil leak

rear shock absorber lower bush/allyminum plate rust around bushes

Pass 17 Mar 2016 38,008 miles

front brake lever reserve travel brake application even would advise further investigation

left hand front brake disc slight movement in suppression rivits

rear brake disc slightly worn

rear brake lever mounting slight movements in mounting bushes

Pass 21 Feb 2015 33,914 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 29,546 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2014 29,525 miles

Rear Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 24,792 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 20,612 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 17,132 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 17,058 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 16,697 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 16,302 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 14,923 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 9,811 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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P215 SMR is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P215 SMR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P215 SMR registered?

P215 SMR is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 15 October 1996.

Is P215 SMR safe to buy?

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