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V655 GLB

1999 Triumph Sprint ST

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

50,270 mi
Last recorded50,270 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Sprint ST24,916 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV655 GLB
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint ST
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 50,270 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 48,272 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2024 48,272 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 45,698 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 43,875 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 42,312 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 40,068 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 38,906 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 37,759 miles

Rear Inner Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 May 2016 36,867 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 35,206 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 33,703 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 33,003 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 32,162 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

after market silencer fitted

Pass 23 Apr 2009 31,160 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 28,882 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 28,880 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 26,730 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 26,730 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 23,119 miles

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

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

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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V655 GLB is a 1999 Triumph Sprint ST in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V655 GLB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V655 GLB registered?

V655 GLB is a 1999 Triumph Sprint ST, first registered on 8 November 1999.

Is V655 GLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V655 GLB shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V655 GLB have outstanding finance?

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