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443 ORL

1998 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

140 mi
Last recorded140 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration443 ORL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2024 140 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2022 140 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 140 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 102 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 28 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 116 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 116 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 24,150 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 24,150 miles

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 24,150 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 19 Apr 2013 24,150 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Centre Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 21,180 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 13,766 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 4,213 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 48,731 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

glass in rear tyre

Fail 5 Dec 2006 36,745 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

front tyre wearing on n/side

Pass 5 Dec 2006 36,745 miles

front tyre wearing on n/side

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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443 ORL is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 27,032 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 443 ORL, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 443 ORL?

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What year was 443 ORL registered?

443 ORL is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 19 September 1998.

Is 443 ORL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 443 ORL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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