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T818 HTR

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

40,645 mi
Last recorded40,645 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT818 HTR
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 40,645 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 36,826 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 36,801 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2017 35,357 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 34,459 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 29,877 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 27,749 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 23,963 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 22,730 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2011 22,730 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 21,710 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 21,697 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 20,852 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 17,798 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2008 17,798 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 15,095 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 15,095 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 13,060 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 13,060 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Mirrors not very secure

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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T818 HTR is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 T818 HTR, 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 T818 HTR registered?

T818 HTR is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 August 1999.

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