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P985 GBC

1997 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,713 mi
Last recorded24,713 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP985 GBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2012 24,713 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 22,852 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 10 Aug 2010 21,287 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 19,435 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2008 17,192 miles

Slight bind from front brakes.

Pass 22 Apr 2006 15,548 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 15,548 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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P985 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P985 GBC, 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 P985 GBC registered?

P985 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P985 GBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P985 GBC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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