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L838 ARU

1993 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

27,073 mi
Last recorded27,073 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Sprint34,210 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL838 ARU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 27,073 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 27,065 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 27,058 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 27,053 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 27,049 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 26,973 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 26,943 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 26,860 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2017 26,848 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 26,213 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 25,435 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 24,252 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 23,964 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 22,821 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 22,821 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2011 18,926 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 18,174 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 16,764 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 16,705 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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L838 ARU is a 1993 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 L838 ARU, 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 L838 ARU registered?

L838 ARU is a 1993 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 3 August 1993.

Is L838 ARU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L838 ARU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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