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T168 RTA

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,538 mi
Last recorded15,538 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT168 RTA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 15,538 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 14,931 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 14,644 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 14,163 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 13,478 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2015 13,428 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

oil level low off minimum level

Pass 22 Jul 2014 13,186 miles

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

front tyre uneven wear o/s

n/s foot peg broken on end

Pass 13 May 2013 8,512 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 8,255 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 8,250 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 6,301 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 6,276 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 5,642 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 5,476 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 4,726 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 4,726 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.2)

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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T168 RTA 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 T168 RTA, 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 T168 RTA registered?

T168 RTA is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 5 March 1999.

Is T168 RTA safe to buy?

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