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T491 YDV

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

70,016 mi
Last recorded70,016 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT491 YDV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 70,016 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 70,016 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Brake pads disintergrating - replaced (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Aug 2016 69,141 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 66,361 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 57,483 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 57,476 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Fail 19 May 2011 54,062 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 May 2011 54,062 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 45,783 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 28 Jun 2010 45,783 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 30 May 2008 36,744 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 May 2007 32,299 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 28,579 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 28,579 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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T491 YDV is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 T491 YDV, 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 T491 YDV registered?

T491 YDV is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 9 June 1999.

Is T491 YDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T491 YDV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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