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K385 WAY

1993 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

52,656 mi
Last recorded52,656 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2019
Typical for 1993 Triumph Sprint34,210 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK385 WAY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2019 52,656 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 52,002 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2018 52,002 miles

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 11 May 2017 49,659 miles

headlight mask fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2015 49,615 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 49,615 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 49,484 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 49,484 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 46,829 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Sep 2010 46,829 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 44,999 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 44,999 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 42,801 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 42,801 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 39,228 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 39,228 miles

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

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

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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K385 WAY is a 1993 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

Across all 1993 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 34,210 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 K385 WAY, 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 33 years old, this Triumph Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K385 WAY registered?

K385 WAY is a 1993 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 May 1993.

Is K385 WAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K385 WAY shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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