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R433 TEG

1998 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

28,485 mi
Last recorded28,485 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR433 TEG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2025 28,485 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp not working from front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear lower linkage going to swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 26,381 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 26,381 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn SLIGHT PLAY IN SUSPENSION BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 23,960 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 21,498 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 20,787 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 20,042 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 16,838 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 16,699 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 16,470 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 16,054 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 15,163 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 14,018 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 10,642 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2008 6,876 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 6,876 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 6,436 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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R433 TEG is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 R433 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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What year was R433 TEG registered?

R433 TEG is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is R433 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R433 TEG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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