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V170 LGF

1999 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

39,755 mi
Last recorded39,755 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2021
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV170 LGF
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2021 39,755 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jan 2021 39,750 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 37,224 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Feb 2020 37,223 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 36,697 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 36,296 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 34,977 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 34,061 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 32,740 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 32,548 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 32,548 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 29,277 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 May 2006 26,041 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 25,556 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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V170 LGF is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V170 LGF, 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 V170 LGF registered?

V170 LGF is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 24 November 1999.

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