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W949 SOU

2000 Triumph Sprint ST

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

6,123 mi
Last recorded6,123 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2022
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint ST25,597 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW949 SOU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint ST
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2022 6,123 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 6,118 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 5,833 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2019 5,827 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases At mounting cracked (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly Rpm increase when throttle operated and wheel turned to right (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Gear change lever loose

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 71,711 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 70,513 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 69,585 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 May 2013 66,998 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 64,757 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 64,111 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 56,344 miles

Nearside Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 23 Jun 2009 43,971 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jun 2009 43,971 miles

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 35,174 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 35,165 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 31,780 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2005 30,464 miles

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint ST?

Based on 2,198 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
994
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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W949 SOU is a 2000 Triumph Sprint ST in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Sprint ST models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 25,597 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 ST fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W949 SOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint ST typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Triumph Sprint ST is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W949 SOU is a 2000 Triumph Sprint ST, first registered on 12 July 2000.

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