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V802 DGJ

1999 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV802 DGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023

Exhaust slightly loose silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 6 Nov 2023

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2018 28,199 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2018 28,199 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 26,791 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 24,384 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 22,533 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 13 Jul 2015 22,533 miles

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

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 22,057 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 21,375 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 20,732 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 19,870 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 18,674 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2010 18,674 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 17,613 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 16,637 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 15,724 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 14,546 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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V802 DGJ is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V802 DGJ, 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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V802 DGJ is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 9 September 1999.

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