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W978 COA

2000 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,018 mi
Last recorded22,018 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW978 COA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 22,018 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 16,583 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 9,751 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 9,733 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2019 9,733 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2016 9,733 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 9,228 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 9,083 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 9,008 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 8,935 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 8,664 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 8,546 miles

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

Fail 19 Feb 2007 8,546 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 8,221 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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W978 COA 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 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 W978 COA, 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 W978 COA registered?

W978 COA is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W978 COA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W978 COA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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