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S955 SFU

1999 Triumph Sprint ST

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

50,091 mi
Last recorded50,091 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint ST24,916 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS955 SFU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint ST
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 50,091 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 46,919 miles

Fairing cracked os. Still secure

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 May 2022 46,915 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel rear lever brake lever travel disproportional to effort (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working no rear brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose leaking leaking at calipers (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension linkage bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear none standard exhaust can

Pass 17 May 2017 43,911 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play rear shock bushes have some slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Central Rear Lower none standard exhaust can fitted

Fail 6 May 2017 43,911 miles

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick pads low (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Lower Roller brake test indicates a binding brake caliper (3.3.A1a)

Central Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play rear shock bushes have some slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Central Rear Lower none standard exhaust can fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2013 43,256 miles

none standard exhaust can fitted

Fail 15 Jul 2013 43,256 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

none standard exhaust can fitted

Pass 3 Aug 2012 40,142 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 40,142 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 May 2007 38,742 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint ST?

Based on 2,198 MOT tests across 253 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
994
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
253
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 39
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
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S955 SFU is a 1999 Triumph Sprint ST in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Sprint ST models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 24,916 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 ST fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S955 SFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint ST typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Triumph Sprint ST is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S955 SFU registered?

S955 SFU is a 1999 Triumph Sprint ST, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S955 SFU safe to buy?

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