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W489 XUR

2000 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

17,070 mi
Last recorded17,070 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW489 XUR
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 17,070 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front brake lever soft/ long travel

Pass 5 Jun 2024 16,611 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 31 May 2024 16,604 miles

Front Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Rear Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 May 2023 16,549 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 16,549 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly revs up on lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 16,449 miles
Fail 19 May 2022 16,449 miles

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Fail 19 May 2022 16,449 miles

Offside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2021 16,351 miles

Nearside Lower gear pedal anti-slip provision split not likely to fall off

Offside Front speedometer cable insecure not likely to fall off

Pass 13 Jan 2020 16,331 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 16,318 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 16,308 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 16,296 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 16,263 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 16,121 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 15,997 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 15,855 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2012 15,855 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 May 2011 15,822 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2011 15,806 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 15,796 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 9 Apr 2009 15,789 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 15,789 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 15,011 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 15,011 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2007 14,700 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front tyre squared off

rear tyre squared off

Pass 13 Mar 2006 14,217 miles

Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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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W489 XUR is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 W489 XUR, 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 W489 XUR registered?

W489 XUR is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 April 2000.

Is W489 XUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W489 XUR shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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