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R988 VOC

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,035 mi
Last recorded43,035 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2011
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR988 VOC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2011 43,035 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 11 Jun 2011 43,021 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 37,482 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 36,333 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 36,311 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

rear tyre profile flat at centre

Pass 1 Mar 2008 35,694 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 35,685 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2007 34,412 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 31,076 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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R988 VOC is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R988 VOC, 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 R988 VOC registered?

R988 VOC is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 9 January 1998.

Is R988 VOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R988 VOC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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