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S885 UKK

1998 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,787 mi
Last recorded42,787 miles
Recorded on28 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS885 UKK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2024 42,787 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 42,411 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 41,884 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2022 41,883 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Apr 2021 41,621 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 41,504 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 40,948 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 40,734 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 40,504 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 40,182 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 39,951 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 39,503 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 39,503 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2011 38,904 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 22,272 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 36,885 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 36,885 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2008 35,008 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2007 29,288 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2006 27,405 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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S885 UKK is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 S885 UKK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S885 UKK registered?

S885 UKK is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S885 UKK safe to buy?

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