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R557 LUT

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

49,941 mi
Last recorded49,941 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR557 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 49,941 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 49,470 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 49,415 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 46,144 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 40,046 miles

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 39,583 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 36,993 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 34,441 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 32,335 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 28,992 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 25,549 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 22,534 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 22,428 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 22,320 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 20,063 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 18 Mar 2008 18,962 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 18,962 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 15,537 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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R557 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 27,032 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 R557 LUT, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R557 LUT registered?

R557 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R557 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R557 LUT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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