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L854 HYO

1994 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

37,138 mi
Last recorded37,138 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Triumph Sprint32,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL854 HYO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 37,138 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 37,060 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 36,969 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 36,897 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 33,516 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 33,442 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 1 May 2013 33,321 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 33,321 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Mar 2012 32,428 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Mar 2012 32,428 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2011 31,813 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 31,813 miles

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

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 31,032 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 30,502 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 May 2008 30,418 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 29,352 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 28,505 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 28,505 miles

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

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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L854 HYO 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 77.8%.

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 L854 HYO, 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

How do I check the history of L854 HYO?

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What year was L854 HYO registered?

L854 HYO is a 1994 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 July 1994.

Is L854 HYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L854 HYO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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