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P716 UNS

1997 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

16,013 mi
Last recorded16,013 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP716 UNS
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 16,013 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 15,960 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 15,574 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 15,031 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Jan 2023 14,990 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 14,648 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 14,672 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 14,556 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 14,462 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 14,395 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 22 Apr 2014 14,291 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 13,726 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 2 Apr 2012 12,970 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 12,970 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 12,049 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 10,580 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 10,580 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 9,616 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 9,558 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 9,463 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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P716 UNS is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P716 UNS, 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 P716 UNS registered?

P716 UNS is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 28 March 1997.

Is P716 UNS safe to buy?

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