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W978 HRT

2000 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,274 mi
Last recorded29,274 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW978 HRT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 29,274 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 28,532 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 27,756 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 26,723 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 24,437 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 22,082 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 19,965 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 18,741 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 May 2018 17,979 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 17,811 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Apr 2017 17,811 miles

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

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars LH handlebar to close to fuel tank (2.1.2b)

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

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride securing bolt missing from top yoke (6.2.1h)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 17,286 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 17,283 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 16,987 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2014 16,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 16,285 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 16,107 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2011 15,580 miles

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

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

LH grip starting to come loose!

Pass 8 Sep 2011 15,580 miles

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

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

LH grip starting to come loose

Pass 15 Sep 2010 13,451 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2009 9,989 miles

LH grip starting to come loose

Pillion seat cover and no pillion footpegs fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Aug 2008 9,981 miles

Pillion seat cover fitted at time of test and pillion footrests removed

Pass 27 Apr 2007 9,511 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 9,115 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 HRT is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HRT, 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 HRT registered?

W978 HRT is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 22 June 2000.

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