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P823 PRL

1996 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

37,415 mi
Last recorded37,415 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Sprint26,860 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP823 PRL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 37,415 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 37,290 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 36,955 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 36,467 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 36,200 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 35,958 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 35,958 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 35,603 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 34,861 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 34,403 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 33,829 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 32,890 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 31,875 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 31,701 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 31,195 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 29,903 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2007 27,974 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 18 May 2007 27,963 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 May 2006 25,826 miles

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

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

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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P823 PRL is a 1996 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 26,860 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 P823 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 30 years old, this Triumph Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P823 PRL registered?

P823 PRL is a 1996 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 30 November 1996.

Is P823 PRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P823 PRL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P823 PRL have outstanding finance?

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