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R997 CAC

1998 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,710 mi
Last recorded50,710 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR997 CAC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 50,710 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 49,714 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 48,480 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 46,422 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 46,422 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 May 2016 45,696 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 45,691 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 45,368 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 44,852 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 4,134 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 38,925 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 37,207 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 32,740 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 30,573 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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R997 CAC is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 R997 CAC, 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 R997 CAC registered?

R997 CAC is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is R997 CAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R997 CAC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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