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S417 RLK

1998 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

470 mi
Last recorded470 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS417 RLK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 470 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 98,379 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 96,922 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front exhaust nuts deteriorated

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 95,787 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Depth between 1.6 & 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake reaction bracket worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 94,028 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn.

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 92,636 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 89,616 miles

non std bolts used to secure front l/h brake caliper

Fail 6 Nov 2019 89,565 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

non std bolts used to secure front l/h brake caliper

Pass 8 Nov 2018 80,165 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 75,595 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 22 May 2018 75,140 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 65,829 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 55,560 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 46,219 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 46,219 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2014 34,965 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 26,734 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

front brake lever travel a bit much.

Pass 8 Oct 2011 26,575 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 26,376 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 25,688 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 24,875 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 23,915 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 22,487 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 21,584 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2005 21,555 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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S417 RLK is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 S417 RLK, 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 S417 RLK registered?

S417 RLK is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 4 September 1998.

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