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T99 RTS

2002 Triumph Sprint RS

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,491 mi
Last recorded28,491 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2009
Typical for 2002 Triumph Sprint RS16,833 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT99 RTS
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint RS
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2009 28,491 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 23 May 2008 26,566 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 May 2008 26,561 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 19,472 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 19,382 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2005 13,842 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint RS?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
875
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Headlamp aim too low 7
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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T99 RTS is a 2002 Triumph Sprint RS in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Sprint RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 16,833 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 RS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T99 RTS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint RS typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Triumph Sprint RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T99 RTS registered?

T99 RTS is a 2002 Triumph Sprint RS, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is T99 RTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T99 RTS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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