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P278 KEW

1997 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,487 mi
Last recorded18,487 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP278 KEW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 18,487 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 18,397 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 173,465 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2008 173,465 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

front of fairing loose

Pass 30 Jan 2007 15,671 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

front brake resevoir slightly leaking

Pass 1 Feb 2006 14,390 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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P278 KEW is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P278 KEW, 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 P278 KEW registered?

P278 KEW is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P278 KEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P278 KEW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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