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V157 UBD

1999 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,309 mi
Last recorded31,309 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV157 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 31,309 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 28,137 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2016 28,097 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2012 27,363 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 25,528 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 23,282 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 22,561 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 22,561 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 21,978 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 20,744 miles

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

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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V157 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V157 UBD, 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 V157 UBD registered?

V157 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V157 UBD safe to buy?

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