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L228 OWU

1994 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,687 mi
Last recorded38,687 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Triumph Sprint32,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL228 OWU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 38,687 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 38,604 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2024 38,400 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 38,396 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 38,169 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 38,167 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected engine revs to 3000 rpm on right lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

horn poor

Pass 19 Mar 2022 37,757 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

horn poor

Pass 10 Oct 2020 37,542 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

horn poor

Pass 5 Apr 2019 35,909 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 34,876 miles

horn operation poor

number plate slightly deteriorated

throttle cable routing poor... slight rise in revs on lock-to-lock test

Pass 5 Apr 2017 33,240 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 33,222 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 32,742 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 31,827 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 28,913 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 27,347 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 27,322 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 25,216 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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L228 OWU is a 1994 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 32,714 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 L228 OWU, 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 32 years old, this Triumph Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L228 OWU registered?

L228 OWU is a 1994 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 8 April 1994.

Is L228 OWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L228 OWU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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