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V399 UBD

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

29,420 mi
Last recorded29,420 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2019
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV399 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2019 29,420 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2019 29,417 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Nov 2018 24,425 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 19,581 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 17,800 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 17,598 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 17,598 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 17,370 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 17,196 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 16,272 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2011 16,272 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 15,590 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 15,115 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2008 14,503 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 14,026 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 May 2007 14,026 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 13,464 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2006 13,464 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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V399 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 V399 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 V399 UBD registered?

V399 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 December 1999.

Is V399 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V399 UBD shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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