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S656 APK

1999 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

75,838 mi
Last recorded75,838 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS656 APK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 75,838 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 75,638 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 75,241 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 74,663 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 73,657 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 72,806 miles

handlebars close to tank on full turn

Fail 9 Apr 2021 72,798 miles

Front Position lamp not working pilot/side light (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

handlebars close to tank on full turn

Pass 13 Apr 2019 70,414 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 61,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2018 61,024 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose rear drive links worn chain goes tight and loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 58,698 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 56,614 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 42,820 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 42,820 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 34,779 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 33,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 33,105 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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S656 APK is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 27,389 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 S656 APK, 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 27 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 S656 APK registered?

S656 APK is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S656 APK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S656 APK shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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