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W178 HVV

2000 Triumph Sprint

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

42,897 mi
Last recorded42,897 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW178 HVV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 42,897 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 42,732 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 42,728 miles

Centre Front Horn control not functioning. horn not functioning (1.7.2b)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 42,379 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 41,720 miles

handlebars close to tank on full lock

Fail 29 Oct 2013 41,720 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

handlebars close to tank on full lock

Pass 30 Aug 2012 40,948 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 40,948 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 40,123 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 40,123 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 37,457 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 37,447 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 21 Sep 2009 31,396 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 10 Sep 2009 31,125 miles

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

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a) DANGEROUS

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

slight accident damage to n/s front fairing, efficient at test.

Pass 28 Jun 2008 27,684 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 23,629 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 20,667 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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W178 HVV is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 W178 HVV, 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 W178 HVV registered?

W178 HVV is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 March 2000.

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The MOT history for W178 HVV shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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