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R431 LUT

1998 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,604 mi
Last recorded34,604 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR431 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 34,604 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 32,003 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 31,993 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

clutch fluid also visibly contaminated

uneven wear on front tyre.

Pass 12 Aug 2023 30,355 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 28,536 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 26,651 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 25,399 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 23,686 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2018 21,021 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 18,227 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 17,591 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 17,312 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 17,276 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 6,735 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2011 16,732 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,732 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 16,407 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 16,205 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 15,731 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 15,287 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 13,860 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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R431 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R431 LUT, 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 R431 LUT registered?

R431 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R431 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R431 LUT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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