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R272 YCR

1997 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

51,795 mi
Last recorded51,795 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR272 YCR
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2021 51,795 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 50,470 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 50,422 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 50,385 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 15 Feb 2016 48,069 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 47,124 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 45,972 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 45,808 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 45,593 miles

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

front brake lever slightly spongy

Pass 30 Mar 2009 44,425 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2009 44,397 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 412,410 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 41,211 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 41,202 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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R272 YCR is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 R272 YCR, 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 R272 YCR registered?

R272 YCR is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R272 YCR safe to buy?

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