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W228 HGV

2000 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

43,492 mi
Last recorded43,492 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW228 HGV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2017 43,492 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 43,360 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 42,804 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 42,804 miles

Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 42,450 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

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

front brake floaters worn

Fail 1 Jun 2013 42,450 miles

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

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

front brake floaters worn

Pass 26 May 2012 41,918 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front floaters on discs worn

slack in rear brake ancorage

Pass 6 May 2011 40,160 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2010 36,186 miles

rear suspension set very hard with minimal movement

Pass 20 Mar 2009 34,559 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 28,071 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 27,319 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 27,319 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 22,923 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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W228 HGV is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 W228 HGV, 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 W228 HGV registered?

W228 HGV is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 March 2000.

Is W228 HGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W228 HGV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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