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P497 LNE

1996 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,850 mi
Last recorded29,850 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP497 LNE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2017 29,850 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 29,285 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 May 2015 28,719 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 28,719 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 May 2014 27,860 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 26,284 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 25,224 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2009 24,655 miles

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

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2009 24,655 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 21,199 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 20,671 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 19,669 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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P497 LNE is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 P497 LNE, 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 P497 LNE registered?

P497 LNE is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 16 December 1996.

Is P497 LNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P497 LNE shows 12 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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