MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
56,529 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R420 TEG is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 R420 TEG, 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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How do I check the history of R420 TEG?
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What year was R420 TEG registered?
R420 TEG is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 May 1998.
Is R420 TEG safe to buy?
The MOT history for R420 TEG 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.
Does R420 TEG have outstanding finance?
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