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T42 JNV

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

38,735 mi
Last recorded38,735 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT42 JNV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 38,735 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 38,082 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2019 36,502 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 36,327 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 33,491 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 33,332 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 32,592 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 32,592 miles

Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 31,865 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 29,228 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 24,951 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 24,064 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 23,916 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 22,755 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 22,131 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 21,588 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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T42 JNV 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 93.8%.

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 T42 JNV, 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 T42 JNV registered?

T42 JNV is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 May 1999.

Is T42 JNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T42 JNV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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