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P900 TSS

1997 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

18,244 mi
Last recorded18,244 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP900 TSS
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 18,244 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 18,167 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 16,210 miles

Central Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 13,975 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 12,548 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2017 10,435 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 10,411 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 9,798 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 9,766 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Jul 2011 9,705 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 9,555 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 9,453 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 8,994 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 8,054 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 6,738 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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P900 TSS is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 P900 TSS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P900 TSS registered?

P900 TSS is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P900 TSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P900 TSS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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