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R421 XEV

1998 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,168 mi
Last recorded40,168 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR421 XEV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 40,168 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 39,833 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 39,269 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 38,709 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 38,222 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 37,701 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 37,191 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 36,722 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 36,032 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 35,628 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 34,630 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 33,934 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 33,390 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 33,298 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2011 33,132 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 33,004 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 32,641 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 32,144 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 31,663 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 31,297 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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R421 XEV is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R421 XEV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R421 XEV registered?

R421 XEV is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 23 February 1998.

Is R421 XEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R421 XEV shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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