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V817 DNL

1999 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2014
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,074 mi
Last recorded71,074 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV817 DNL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2013 71,074 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 10 Aug 2013 71,019 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 67,248 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 67,029 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 61,981 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 56,684 miles

Nearside headlight not working

Pass 8 Aug 2009 51,419 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 48,873 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 48,166 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 46,702 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 36,222 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 22,758 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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V817 DNL is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V817 DNL, 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 V817 DNL registered?

V817 DNL is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 September 1999.

Is V817 DNL safe to buy?

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