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P530 RAH

1997 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

42,452 mi
Last recorded42,452 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP530 RAH
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 42,452 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 May 2021 42,109 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 41,514 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 41,509 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock yoke hitting tank (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 40,548 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 40,546 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 39,518 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 39,515 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2016 39,005 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 38,562 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 35,526 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 34,584 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 34,582 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 34,473 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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P530 RAH is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P530 RAH, 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 P530 RAH registered?

P530 RAH is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P530 RAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P530 RAH shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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