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S725 BTA

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,356 mi
Last recorded20,356 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS725 BTA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 20,356 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 20,333 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 20,190 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 19,967 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 19,761 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 19,711 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 19,655 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 19,645 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 19,409 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 19,205 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 24 Jan 2007 19,205 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Dec 2005 18,291 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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S725 BTA is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 S725 BTA, 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 S725 BTA registered?

S725 BTA is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S725 BTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S725 BTA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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