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W998 SOU

2000 Triumph Sprint

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

36,320 mi
Last recorded36,320 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2000 Triumph Sprint24,432 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW998 SOU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 36,320 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 35,282 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 33,173 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2014 33,156 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 31,683 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 31,683 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 31 Jul 2007 25,301 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2007 25,301 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 17,082 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 17,050 miles

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

stearing head bearings notchey but not excessivley

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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W998 SOU is a 2000 Triumph Sprint in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 W998 SOU, 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 W998 SOU registered?

W998 SOU is a 2000 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 21 July 2000.

Is W998 SOU safe to buy?

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