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V98 DJC

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

33,379 mi
Last recorded33,379 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV98 DJC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2024 33,379 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 32,573 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2023 32,573 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 32,346 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 31,432 miles

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

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

Front Lower Forks slightly corroded Fork Sliders Laquer Peeling (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear Tyre Low Tread in parts (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Apr 2021 31,428 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Lower Forks slightly corroded Fork Sliders Laquer Peeling (2.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear Tyre Low Tread in parts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 31,423 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 30,427 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 28,981 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 28,981 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 28,929 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 24,113 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 21,146 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 21,146 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 17,388 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 12,227 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 13 Oct 2010 12,217 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 9,877 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 8,865 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 5,781 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 3,956 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 932 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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V98 DJC is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 V98 DJC, 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 V98 DJC registered?

V98 DJC is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V98 DJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V98 DJC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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