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T493 EFJ

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

34,364 mi
Last recorded34,364 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT493 EFJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 34,364 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 34,332 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 34,182 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 33,928 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2020 33,577 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 33,570 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 32,309 miles

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

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2017 31,942 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 31,321 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 30,385 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 28,249 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 27,884 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 25,745 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 25,703 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 25,549 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 24,216 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 22,837 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 20,033 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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T493 EFJ is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red 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 T493 EFJ, 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 T493 EFJ registered?

T493 EFJ is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is T493 EFJ safe to buy?

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