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R276 NRR

1998 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,204 mi
Last recorded16,204 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR276 NRR
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 16,204 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 15,431 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 15,124 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 14,867 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 14,472 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 13,819 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 12,859 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 12,193 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 12,177 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 11,719 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 11,315 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 10,594 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 10,301 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 8,760 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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R276 NRR is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R276 NRR, 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 R276 NRR registered?

R276 NRR is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R276 NRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R276 NRR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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