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T947 VUM

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

32,700 mi
Last recorded32,700 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT947 VUM
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 32,700 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 32,689 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 32,509 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 32,389 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 32,174 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 31,853 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 31,580 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 31,577 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 31,170 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 30,551 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 29,197 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2012 26,998 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 26,029 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2010 24,398 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 22,472 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 21,195 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 17,711 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 17,711 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2006 14,907 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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T947 VUM 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 94.7%.

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 T947 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 T947 VUM registered?

T947 VUM is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 June 1999.

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The MOT history for T947 VUM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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