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37,693 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust slightly loose silencer (6.1.2 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies when rear brake applied (1.3.1a)
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
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W138 VAU is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
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 W138 VAU, 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 W138 VAU registered?
W138 VAU is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 24 July 2000.
Is W138 VAU safe to buy?
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