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P242 UCD

1996 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,913 mi
Last recorded27,913 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 UCD
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 27,913 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 23,289 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 22,797 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 22,410 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 20,583 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 17,767 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 17,767 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2006 14,036 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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P242 UCD is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P242 UCD, 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 P242 UCD registered?

P242 UCD is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P242 UCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 UCD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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