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V389 DMW

2000 Triumph Sprint

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

38,415 mi
Last recorded38,415 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV389 DMW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 38,415 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 May 2025 38,415 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 37,629 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 31,550 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 31,359 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 28,471 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 27,135 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 25,952 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2018 25,952 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2017 25,660 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both sides (3.2.A1l)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 24,460 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 21,152 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 19,752 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 May 2014 19,752 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 18,080 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 17,368 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 17,368 miles

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 May 2011 17,145 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 17,145 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 May 2009 16,386 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 13,979 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 12,620 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 10,925 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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V389 DMW is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 24,432 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 V389 DMW, 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 26 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V389 DMW registered?

V389 DMW is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 10 January 2000.

Is V389 DMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V389 DMW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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