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R981 WFL

1997 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,540 mi
Last recorded38,540 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Triumph Sprint26,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR981 WFL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 38,540 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 37,491 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2016 34,527 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 33,850 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 33,042 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 31,364 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 29,696 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 27,669 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 25,858 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 23,965 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2009 23,965 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 21,660 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2008 21,660 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 19,886 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 18,175 miles

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

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

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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R981 WFL is a 1997 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 R981 WFL, 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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R981 WFL is a 1997 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 5 August 1997.

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