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V554 KGP

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

40,137 mi
Last recorded40,137 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2023
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV554 KGP
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2023 40,137 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2022 40,024 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2021 39,712 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 39,354 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 39,286 miles

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 7 Feb 2018 39,285 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 38,905 miles

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

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 37,714 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 May 2014 36,224 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 May 2013 34,659 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 May 2012 31,936 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 May 2011 29,337 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 27,086 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 27,080 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 23,636 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2008 20,984 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 20,822 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 17,632 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 14,205 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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V554 KGP is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V554 KGP, 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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V554 KGP is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 October 1999.

Is V554 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V554 KGP shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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