CarVerify

Free Car Check

T145 RFS

1999 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

46,931 mi
Last recorded46,931 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationT145 RFS
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 46,931 miles

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 7 Jul 2025 46,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 30 Mar 2024 46,930 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn frame mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

rear brake disc has slight cracks

Pass 29 Mar 2022 44,551 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 17 Mar 2022 44,534 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 43,793 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 42,739 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 41,472 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 28 May 2018 41,472 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2016 39,079 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 38,587 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 38,568 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 38,499 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 38,456 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 38,366 miles

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

Fail 29 Jul 2011 38,366 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2010 38,257 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 38,094 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 37,873 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 37,873 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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
Full Triumph Sprint reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

T145 RFS is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 27,389 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 T145 RFS, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T145 RFS?

You can check the full history of T145 RFS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was T145 RFS registered?

T145 RFS is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T145 RFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T145 RFS shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T145 RFS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on T145 RFS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.