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R992 DUA

1998 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

5,826 mi
Last recorded5,826 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR992 DUA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 5,826 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 5,613 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 5,299 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 5,255 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 5,126 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 5,053 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 5,053 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2007 5,013 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 4,924 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2005 4,574 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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R992 DUA is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R992 DUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R992 DUA registered?

R992 DUA is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 3 March 1998.

Is R992 DUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R992 DUA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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