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S730 BTA

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,314 mi
Last recorded45,314 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS730 BTA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2013 45,314 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 45,314 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 May 2012 44,651 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 41,265 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 35,442 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 34,228 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

gear change lever pivot worn and linkage

rear brake leverloose and footrest

rear numberplate delaminating

Pass 4 Jun 2008 34,036 miles

hazard warning switch is sticky

rear number plate is delaminating

Pass 12 Apr 2007 29,861 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 25,425 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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S730 BTA is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S730 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 S730 BTA registered?

S730 BTA is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S730 BTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S730 BTA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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