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R761 XNT

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

35,036 mi
Last recorded35,036 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR761 XNT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 35,036 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 33,654 miles

slight front brake bind

Pass 6 Dec 2014 33,117 miles

slight rear brake bind (new pads fitted)

some oil on nsf disc

Pass 6 Dec 2013 32,395 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 30,766 miles

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

slight rear bind

Pass 11 Nov 2011 29,871 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 27,151 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 24,802 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 22,209 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 18,156 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 18,142 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 13 May 2006 14,330 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(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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R761 XNT is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R761 XNT, 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 R761 XNT registered?

R761 XNT is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R761 XNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R761 XNT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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