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W971 EGH

2000 Triumph Sprint

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

46,337 mi
Last recorded46,337 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW971 EGH
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 46,337 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 43,427 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 39,511 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 39,511 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 33,771 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 33,771 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 32,358 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 31,393 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 21 May 2011 31,393 miles

Front Upper Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 17 Apr 2008 30,968 miles

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 27,131 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 27,130 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 26,323 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2006 26,323 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

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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W971 EGH is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 W971 EGH, 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 W971 EGH registered?

W971 EGH is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 23 August 2000.

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