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P669 PRL

1997 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,189 mi
Last recorded22,189 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP669 PRL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2024 22,189 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 21,240 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 21,190 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 21,165 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 20,957 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 20,830 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2012 29,316 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))

Pass 14 Feb 2011 16,181 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 14,284 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 11,129 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 10,676 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2007 8,951 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 8,951 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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P669 PRL is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 P669 PRL, 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 P669 PRL registered?

P669 PRL is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 5 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P669 PRL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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