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S853 UBC

1998 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

19,564 mi
Last recorded19,564 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS853 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2015 19,564 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 16,827 miles

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

Front Brake spongie,

Pass 19 Jul 2013 15,914 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 15,914 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 15,887 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 15,750 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2011 15,750 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 15,349 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 14,239 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 11,969 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 7,839 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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S853 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S853 UBC, 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 S853 UBC registered?

S853 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 22 October 1998.

Is S853 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S853 UBC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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