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W171 PAU

2000 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,048 mi
Last recorded44,048 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2009
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW171 PAU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2009 44,048 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 21 May 2009 43,367 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Both mirrors insecure

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 May 2008 35,222 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2006 29,612 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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W171 PAU is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W171 PAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W171 PAU registered?

W171 PAU is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W171 PAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W171 PAU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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