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R883 NEG

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

19,244 mi
Last recorded19,244 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR883 NEG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 19,244 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 19,239 miles

Fuel system component leaking tap (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 19,179 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 19,153 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 19,140 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 18,986 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 18,976 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 18,513 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 18,502 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded wheel alignment out , sprocket bolts foul on swing arm. (6.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 18,244 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

front mudguard missing.

Pass 22 May 2014 18,101 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2013 17,620 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 17,114 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 16,464 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 15,925 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 15,099 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 13,986 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2007 12,466 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 10,094 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R883 NEG is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R883 NEG, 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 R883 NEG registered?

R883 NEG is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R883 NEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R883 NEG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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