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W729 VFP

2000 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

22,831 mi
Last recorded22,831 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW729 VFP
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 22,831 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 21,911 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2019 21,911 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 18,622 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Dec 2017 18,615 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 16,338 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 13,574 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 12,002 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 11,984 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 8 Jun 2012 11,984 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 11,778 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 10,657 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 9,423 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 8,218 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2008 8,218 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 6,713 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 6,713 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2006 4,828 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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W729 VFP is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 24,432 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 W729 VFP, 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 26 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W729 VFP registered?

W729 VFP is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 August 2000.

Is W729 VFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W729 VFP shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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