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V96 DJT

1999 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

26,812 mi
Last recorded26,812 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV96 DJT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 26,812 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit front both sides (1.1.13 (a))

fuel flap very stiff and likely to break

Pass 2 Aug 2024 26,739 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 26,739 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 26,610 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 26,599 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2022 26,493 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 25,967 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 25,772 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 25,438 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 25,186 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 24,829 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 24,587 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2011 24,587 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 24,184 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 23,917 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 21,625 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 18,051 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 15,887 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2006 15,887 miles

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

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

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

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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V96 DJT is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 V96 DJT, 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 V96 DJT registered?

V96 DJT is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V96 DJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V96 DJT shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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