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W89 PTN

2000 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

54,969 mi
Last recorded54,969 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW89 PTN
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 54,969 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 53,296 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2025 53,292 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 51,552 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 49,277 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Jul 2023 49,270 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 47,007 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 44,388 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 39,876 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 35,014 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 35,014 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly Actions on right steering lock. (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2018 31,096 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2018 31,096 miles

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

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2016 30,971 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2015 30,183 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 29,511 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 29,511 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 27,532 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 26,311 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 26,311 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 21,901 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2011 18,553 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 12,616 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 9,644 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 9,553 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 9,501 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 9,501 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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W89 PTN is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 W89 PTN, 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 W89 PTN registered?

W89 PTN is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 26 April 2000.

Is W89 PTN safe to buy?

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