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R270 AUM

1997 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

28,343 mi
Last recorded28,343 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR270 AUM
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 28,343 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 28,224 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 28,096 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 28,009 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 27,869 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 27,704 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 27,586 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 27,466 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 27,466 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 27,180 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 24,480 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 23,054 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 21,449 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 19,818 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 17,317 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 16,327 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 16,113 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 15,697 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2006 14,752 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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R270 AUM is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R270 AUM, 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 R270 AUM registered?

R270 AUM is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R270 AUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R270 AUM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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