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V488 DUJ

1999 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,078 mi
Last recorded46,078 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV488 DUJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2013 46,078 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2013 46,078 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 45,637 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 45,637 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 44,490 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 42,072 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jun 2010 42,072 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 38,462 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 May 2008 34,826 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2007 32,432 miles

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

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

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 32,432 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))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2006 28,176 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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V488 DUJ is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V488 DUJ, 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 V488 DUJ registered?

V488 DUJ is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V488 DUJ safe to buy?

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