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P701 PNG

1997 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,007 mi
Last recorded39,007 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP701 PNG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2016 39,007 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 38,979 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear brake in need of service.

Pass 19 Oct 2013 38,798 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 38,602 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 38,159 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 May 2008 38,052 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 37,619 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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P701 PNG is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 P701 PNG, 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 P701 PNG registered?

P701 PNG is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P701 PNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P701 PNG shows 7 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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