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V985 GCE

2000 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

72,337 mi
Last recorded72,337 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV985 GCE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 72,337 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 69,836 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 68,226 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 67,435 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 65,155 miles

Central Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 5 Jul 2021 65,155 miles

Central Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 62,207 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 58,882 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 58,882 miles

Central Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 55,048 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2018 55,048 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear suspension component loose Rear shock mounting bolt (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 52,399 miles

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 50,900 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 47,062 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 45,401 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

coolant catch tank level low.

Pass 9 Jun 2012 45,187 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear pads getting low

Fail 2 Jun 2012 45,184 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear pads getting low

Pass 23 Apr 2011 40,124 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 36,777 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 36,512 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 35,796 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 35,575 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 35,398 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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V985 GCE is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 24,432 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 V985 GCE, 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 26 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V985 GCE registered?

V985 GCE is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 17 January 2000.

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