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T139 AER

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,560 mi
Last recorded31,560 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT139 AER
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 31,560 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 31,479 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 31,345 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 31,126 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 31,097 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 31,097 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 31,075 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 30,856 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 30,855 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 12 May 2018 30,736 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2017 30,663 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 30,602 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 30,344 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 29,765 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 29,015 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 29,015 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 27,472 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 24,646 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 24,491 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 23,012 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 20,037 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 19,518 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 18,652 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2005 18,615 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Cluch cable under adjusted

Gear lever link loose on gear change shaft...

Throttle cable stiff

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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T139 AER is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 27,389 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 T139 AER, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T139 AER registered?

T139 AER is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 17 July 1999.

Is T139 AER safe to buy?

The MOT history for T139 AER shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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