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R157 EGV

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,853 mi
Last recorded55,853 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 EGV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 55,853 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2023 55,849 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 55,704 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 May 2020 55,401 miles

All brakes corroded and rear binding.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 53,743 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 48,947 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 46,258 miles

test started under contingency, ct9edee8bf

Pass 22 Jul 2015 44,092 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 40,831 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 38,304 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 10 Jul 2012 35,814 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 35,814 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 27,924 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

fairing mount loose

Pass 29 Apr 2009 27,008 miles

rear brake pads very low

Pass 7 May 2008 23,412 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 22,700 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2006 21,047 miles

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

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

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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R157 EGV is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 27,032 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 R157 EGV, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R157 EGV registered?

R157 EGV is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 May 1998.

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