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S143 FVK

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,928 mi
Last recorded26,928 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS143 FVK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 26,928 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 26,106 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 25,824 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 25,720 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 25,537 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 25,366 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 25,182 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 25,182 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 24,978 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 24,442 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 24,442 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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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S143 FVK is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S143 FVK, 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

How do I check the history of S143 FVK?

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What year was S143 FVK registered?

S143 FVK is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is S143 FVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S143 FVK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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