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R99 MSE

2008 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

33,265 mi
Last recorded33,265 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR99 MSE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 33,265 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 May 2024 32,515 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 32,491 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Mar 2023 30,209 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 27,931 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 27,312 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 26,879 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 23,528 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 21,702 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 19,406 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 17,181 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 13,269 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 9,576 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 9,395 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 28 Mar 2011 6,869 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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R99 MSE is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 19,051 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 R99 MSE, 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 18 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R99 MSE registered?

R99 MSE is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is R99 MSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R99 MSE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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