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L259 VAP

1994 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,962 mi
Last recorded8,962 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2011
Typical for 1994 Triumph Sprint32,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL259 VAP
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2011 8,962 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 8,962 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 8,824 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 8,342 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 6,725 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 4,772 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 3,686 miles

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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L259 VAP is a 1994 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L259 VAP, 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 L259 VAP registered?

L259 VAP is a 1994 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 21 May 1994.

Is L259 VAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L259 VAP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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