MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
47,704 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint?
Based on 158,613 MOT tests across 12,829 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R986 GWC is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
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 R986 GWC, 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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How do I check the history of R986 GWC?
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What year was R986 GWC registered?
R986 GWC is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 25 April 1998.
Is R986 GWC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R986 GWC shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R986 GWC have outstanding finance?
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