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T778 DFM

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

63,804 mi
Last recorded63,804 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT778 DFM
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 63,804 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 63,355 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 63,308 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2019 63,308 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 May 2014 58,116 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 56,779 miles

Fronts brakes work and passed the test but could be better for a machine of this type

Fail 15 Jun 2013 56,779 miles

Fronts brakes work and passed the test but could be better for a machine of this type

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 54,046 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 49,498 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 49,493 miles

n/s rear side light bulb inop

Pass 22 Apr 2008 46,096 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 40,292 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 38,850 miles

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

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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T778 DFM is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 T778 DFM, 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 T778 DFM registered?

T778 DFM is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T778 DFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T778 DFM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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