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R503 LUT

1998 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,847 mi
Last recorded24,847 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Sprint27,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR503 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 24,847 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 24,847 miles

Nearside Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Offside Front Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride rearing swinging arm pinch bolts loose (6.2.1h)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 22,984 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 22,983 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 18,607 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 14 Mar 2009 18,607 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 17,145 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 12,619 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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R503 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R503 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.

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What year was R503 LUT registered?

R503 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R503 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R503 LUT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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