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T939 VUM

1999 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

43,920 mi
Last recorded43,920 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT939 VUM
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025 43,920 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 42,259 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 41,191 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 40,242 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 40,230 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 38,089 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 35,879 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 34,872 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 31,764 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2015 29,334 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2014 27,604 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2012 24,036 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 22,325 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 22,294 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 22,060 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 22,060 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 22,060 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 20,105 miles

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

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

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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T939 VUM is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 T939 VUM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T939 VUM registered?

T939 VUM is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 22 May 1999.

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