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P59 VGN

1997 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,324 mi
Last recorded60,324 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP59 VGN
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 60,324 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 7 Nov 2013 60,324 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 55,883 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 9 Nov 2011 49,510 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 49,510 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 47,966 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 46,587 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 46,083 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2006 46,083 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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P59 VGN is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P59 VGN, 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 P59 VGN registered?

P59 VGN is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P59 VGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P59 VGN shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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