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P28 FJO

1997 Triumph Sprint

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,047 mi
Last recorded27,047 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP28 FJO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 27,047 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 26,849 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 26,638 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 26,436 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2022 26,161 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 26,102 miles

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

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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P28 FJO is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P28 FJO, 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 P28 FJO registered?

P28 FJO is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is P28 FJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P28 FJO shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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