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R301 PDM

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,059 mi
Last recorded23,059 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 PDM
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2021 23,059 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 May 2015 23,058 miles

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

rear brake binding very slightly.

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Pass 5 Apr 2014 22,903 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Apr 2014 22,903 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 22,074 miles

nail in rear tyre.

slight play in rear lower suspension linkage bushes.

Pass 7 Apr 2010 21,829 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 19,056 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

slight play in rear lower suspention linkage.

Pass 16 Sep 2006 18,921 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 18,291 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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R301 PDM is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R301 PDM, 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 R301 PDM registered?

R301 PDM is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 29 April 1998.

Is R301 PDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 PDM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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