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V956 EDV

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

30,549 mi
Last recorded30,549 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV956 EDV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 30,549 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension bushes very stiff

Pass 30 Sep 2021 30,547 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 30,388 miles

Fork stanchions badly corroded - not in working area

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

Pass 13 Mar 2019 29,912 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 29,160 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 28,092 miles

rear tyre worn

Pass 1 Mar 2016 26,756 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 25,467 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 23,756 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 23,754 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 21,673 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 19,982 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 19,982 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 16,471 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 7,027 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 6,481 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Fail 9 Jan 2009 6,481 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 3,887 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 2,877 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 1,063 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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V956 EDV is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V956 EDV, 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 V956 EDV registered?

V956 EDV is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 September 1999.

Is V956 EDV safe to buy?

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