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R83 CDV

1997 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,818 mi
Last recorded55,818 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 CDV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 55,818 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 53,830 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 50,836 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 46,610 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Nov 2012 46,610 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 45,941 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 44,473 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2009 40,558 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2008 38,784 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 31,441 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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R83 CDV is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R83 CDV, 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 R83 CDV registered?

R83 CDV is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 November 1997.

Is R83 CDV safe to buy?

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