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V522 MVX

1999 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV522 MVX
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024
Pass 8 Jun 2023

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Jun 2023

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 35,069 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

os front disc cotton reels slight wear

Fail 21 Jun 2022 35,052 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

gear change pedal rubber missing

os front disc cotton reels slight wear

Pass 10 May 2021 33,516 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 25,898 miles
Fail 5 May 2020 25,898 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2016 25,461 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 25,461 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 25,251 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front brakes very slightly spongy

Pass 29 Mar 2014 24,632 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

does not start on the button allways

securing nut missing on rear tyre valve

Fail 22 Mar 2014 24,611 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

does not start on the button allways

securing nut missing on rear tyre valve

Pass 3 Oct 2012 22,237 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 22,237 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 18,629 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 16,741 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 13,407 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 13,407 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 12,570 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 12,570 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 11,256 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 7,249 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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V522 MVX is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 V522 MVX, 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 V522 MVX registered?

V522 MVX is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 26 November 1999.

Is V522 MVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V522 MVX shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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