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T145 HVV

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,309 mi
Last recorded18,309 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT145 HVV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 18,309 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 18,309 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 18,244 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 18,069 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 17,826 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 17,634 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 May 2018 16,212 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 15,623 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 15,254 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 14,576 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 14,564 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2012 13,857 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 12,811 miles

Engine management light on

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 12,645 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 12,454 miles

rear tyre on limit

Pass 17 May 2006 11,233 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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T145 HVV is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 T145 HVV, 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 T145 HVV registered?

T145 HVV is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 13 May 1999.

Is T145 HVV safe to buy?

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