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T153 HVV

1999 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

5,904 mi
Last recorded5,904 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT153 HVV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 5,904 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 5,902 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 5,861 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 5,842 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 5,756 miles

Front Slight cracking of rubber between tread centre.

Pass 29 Sep 2020 5,723 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 5,592 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 5,577 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 17 Apr 2018 5,577 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 5,474 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 5,364 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 4,996 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 4,915 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 4,621 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 4,363 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 3,530 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 2,602 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 1,674 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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T153 HVV is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 T153 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 T153 HVV registered?

T153 HVV is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 21 June 1999.

Is T153 HVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T153 HVV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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