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T950 VUM

1999 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,147 mi
Last recorded39,147 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT950 VUM
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 39,147 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Aug 2017 39,147 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 39,147 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 39,147 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 28,993 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 20,289 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 19,570 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 19,505 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 18,764 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 18,308 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 17,690 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 16,932 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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T950 VUM is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T950 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.

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What year was T950 VUM registered?

T950 VUM is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 March 1999.

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