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R265 OGC

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,212 mi
Last recorded40,212 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR265 OGC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2013 40,212 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 40,212 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 38,264 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 35,553 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 34,943 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 34,611 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R265 OGC is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R265 OGC, 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 R265 OGC registered?

R265 OGC is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 23 February 1998.

Is R265 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R265 OGC shows 6 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.

Does R265 OGC have outstanding finance?

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