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R476 HDL

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,426 mi
Last recorded47,426 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR476 HDL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2020 47,426 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2020 47,426 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 47,229 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 46,195 miles

No chain guard

Pass 30 Jun 2016 45,381 miles

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

Oil leak cam cover ()

slight play in gear leaver pivot

Pass 22 Jul 2015 44,087 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 42,752 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 40,800 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 40,555 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 39,740 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 38,104 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 35,799 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Mar 2009 35,799 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Mar 2007 34,410 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 32,103 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 32,103 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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R476 HDL is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R476 HDL, 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 R476 HDL registered?

R476 HDL is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R476 HDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R476 HDL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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