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R42 NMW

1998 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

15,295 mi
Last recorded15,295 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR42 NMW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 15,295 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2021 15,290 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 14,187 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 May 2018 11,625 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 11,471 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 11,131 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 11,120 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light front lever (1.3.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 10,308 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 9,494 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

only one head lamp eluminating/side stand mount slightly loose

Pass 9 Apr 2014 9,494 miles

only one head lamp eluminating/side stand mount slightly loose

Pass 14 Aug 2012 6,938 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2012 6,938 miles

Nearside Front Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2010 6,938 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 6,801 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 6,717 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 6,606 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 6,353 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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R42 NMW is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R42 NMW, 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 R42 NMW registered?

R42 NMW is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is R42 NMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R42 NMW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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