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V289 GJN

1999 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,895 mi
Last recorded16,895 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV289 GJN
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2013 16,895 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 16,895 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 16,274 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 16,018 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 15,304 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 14,632 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 14,442 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 12,997 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 12,997 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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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V289 GJN is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V289 GJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V289 GJN?

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What year was V289 GJN registered?

V289 GJN is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 26 October 1999.

Is V289 GJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V289 GJN shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V289 GJN have outstanding finance?

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