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T153 RFS

1999 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,099 mi
Last recorded42,099 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2020
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint27,389 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT153 RFS
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2020 42,099 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 41,169 miles

Horn slightly loose (7.7 (b))

Fail 4 May 2019 41,165 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Horn slightly loose (7.7 (b))

Indicator switch faulty Hazard Switch (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 40,183 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 38,813 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 38,790 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 38,136 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 34,925 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre worn to legal limit and worn uneven

rear tyre getting low

Pass 8 May 2010 28,465 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 25,401 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 21,694 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 46,825 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 12,757 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 12,757 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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T153 RFS is a 1999 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T153 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.

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T153 RFS is a 1999 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 April 1999.

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