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P986 GBC

1997 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

18,995 mi
Last recorded18,995 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP986 GBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 18,995 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 18,901 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 18,861 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 18,691 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 18,462 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 18,290 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 18,134 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 17,577 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 17,120 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 16,917 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 15,597 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2015 15,597 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 15,121 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 25 May 2012 15,044 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Aug 2010 14,920 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Aug 2010 14,918 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 13,599 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Jul 2007 12,475 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 16 Jul 2007 12,475 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 12 May 2006 11,725 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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P986 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Green 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 P986 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.

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What year was P986 GBC registered?

P986 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 June 1997.

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