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R97 SDG

1998 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,478 mi
Last recorded26,478 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR97 SDG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 26,478 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 25,325 miles

secondary rear/stop light not working

Pass 19 Nov 2014 23,410 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 19,890 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 18,650 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

One parking light bulb inoperative.

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 13,562 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 11,240 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 11,240 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 8,263 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 7,065 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 7,065 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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R97 SDG is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R97 SDG, 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 R97 SDG registered?

R97 SDG is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R97 SDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R97 SDG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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