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M256 SSX

1994 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,352 mi
Last recorded54,352 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
Typical for 1994 Triumph Sprint32,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM256 SSX
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2017 54,352 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 53,295 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 52,085 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2015 52,085 miles

Centre Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Centre Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2013 49,434 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 48,905 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 48,230 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 46,845 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 45,800 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 41,491 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 36,856 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2005 36,790 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a)

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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M256 SSX is a 1994 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 M256 SSX, 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 M256 SSX registered?

M256 SSX is a 1994 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 22 September 1994.

Is M256 SSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M256 SSX shows 12 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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