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S785 AHT

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

48,921 mi
Last recorded48,921 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS785 AHT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 48,921 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 47,246 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 45,333 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 44,667 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 44,136 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 43,370 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 42,078 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 40,735 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 37,115 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 34,442 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 33,713 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 29,991 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 27,075 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 26,607 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 26,607 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 25,600 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 22,463 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 22,463 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 May 2006 19,648 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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S785 AHT is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 S785 AHT, 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 S785 AHT registered?

S785 AHT is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 26 August 1998.

Is S785 AHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S785 AHT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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