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V557 MKK

1999 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,035 mi
Last recorded69,035 miles
Recorded on6 May 2014
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV557 MKK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2014 69,035 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 62,646 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 55,632 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 55,632 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Fail 3 May 2011 46,794 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 46,794 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 37,333 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 34,849 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 29,144 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 23,007 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 23,007 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 22,411 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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V557 MKK 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 75%.

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 V557 MKK, 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 V557 MKK registered?

V557 MKK is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 23 October 1999.

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