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V271 DGK

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

49,077 mi
Last recorded49,077 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV271 DGK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 49,077 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 48,689 miles

EML ON

Pass 21 Jul 2016 48,059 miles

front brake lever travel

rear tyre 2mm

slight play in rear wheel bearing

Fail 21 Jul 2016 48,059 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

front brake lever travel

rear tyre 2mm

slight play in rear wheel bearing

Pass 13 May 2015 47,711 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 42,456 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 35,724 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Lower Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2011 35,724 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 32,318 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 26,486 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2008 20,153 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 20,153 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 15,153 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 13,375 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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V271 DGK is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red 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 V271 DGK, 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 V271 DGK registered?

V271 DGK is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V271 DGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V271 DGK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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