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L438 VWV

1994 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

31,110 mi
Last recorded31,110 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 1994 Triumph Sprint32,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL438 VWV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 31,110 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 25,109 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 24,009 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 23,440 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 22,068 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 19,776 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 18,743 miles

BOTH REAR TYRE SIDEWALLS HAVE SLIGHT SURFACE CRACKING

Pass 14 Jun 2013 18,319 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 7 Jun 2013 18,315 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 May 2012 17,931 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 16,048 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 16,037 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2007 15,619 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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L438 VWV is a 1994 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 L438 VWV, 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.

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What year was L438 VWV registered?

L438 VWV is a 1994 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 3 June 1994.

Is L438 VWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L438 VWV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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