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V940 SWL

1999 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,690 mi
Last recorded12,690 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV940 SWL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 12,690 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 12,233 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 11,910 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 11,817 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 11,817 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 11,797 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 11,717 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 11,309 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 11,138 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 10,464 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2010 9,653 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 9,103 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 6,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 5,169 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 2,042 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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V940 SWL is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 V940 SWL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V940 SWL registered?

V940 SWL is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is V940 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V940 SWL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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