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P987 GBC

1997 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,056 mi
Last recorded72,056 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP987 GBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 72,056 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2017 71,995 miles

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

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 May 2016 70,966 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2015 66,613 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 66,613 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 62,366 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 57,257 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 57,247 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 55,065 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 50,555 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 49,488 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 49,075 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 47,723 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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P987 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P987 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 P987 GBC registered?

P987 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P987 GBC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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