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R83 EWS

1998 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

29,014 mi
Last recorded29,014 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 EWS
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 29,014 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 26,697 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 24,707 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 16,591 miles

Central Front Lower front tire cracking between tread and only 3mm

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

Nearside Front Upper grip loose

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2023 16,583 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Central Front Lower front tire cracking between tread and only 3mm

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

Nearside Front Upper grip loose

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 14,295 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 14,188 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 14,169 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 14,155 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 14,101 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 14,015 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 13,999 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 13,911 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 13,911 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 13,817 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 13,659 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 13,582 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 13,439 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 13,297 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 13,048 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 12,783 miles
Fail 11 May 2005 12,366 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 11 May 2005 12,366 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 EWS is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R83 EWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R83 EWS registered?

R83 EWS is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 23 March 1998.

Is R83 EWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 EWS shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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