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R308 EGK

1997 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

43,713 mi
Last recorded43,713 miles
Recorded on2 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR308 EGK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 May 2019 43,713 miles

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

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

Fail 2 May 2019 43,698 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

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

Pass 1 May 2018 43,333 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2016 42,016 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2016 42,016 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 May 2015 39,162 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 38,448 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 35,755 miles

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Fail 3 Apr 2013 35,718 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2012 35,609 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 35,598 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2011 35,505 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 35,494 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 35,388 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 34,387 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 33,362 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2008 33,362 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 28 Mar 2007 32,072 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 32,072 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 32,060 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

drive chain very dry

Pass 24 Mar 2006 28,118 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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R308 EGK is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 R308 EGK, 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 R308 EGK registered?

R308 EGK is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 9 December 1997.

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