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Triumph Sprint

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 955 cc

T55 TACMOT history

T55 TAC is a black petrol Triumph Sprint first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 11,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
11,629 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 TAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Triumph
Model
Sprint
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
955 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 TAC was last recorded at 11,629 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 234 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
11,395 miles · 20 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
234 miles
Average per year
492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 11,629 miles
  • 2024 – 11,395 miles
  • 2022 – 11,394 miles
  • 2021 – 11,183 miles
  • 2017 – 9,050 miles
  • 2016 – 6,001 miles
  • 2015 – 4,296 miles
  • 2014 – 3,300 miles
  • 2013 – 2,333 miles
  • 2012 – 2,207 miles
  • 2009 – 2,191 miles
  • 2008 – 2,186 miles
  • 2006 – 2,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass11,629 miles
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass11,629 miles (+234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    11,629 miles
    Test number
    982599174941
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  2. Pass11,395 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    11,395 miles
    Test number
    922399198868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass11,394 miles (+211)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    11,394 miles
    Test number
    836403560258
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake dry lever pivot (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Fork yoke deformed but serviceable worn lock stops bars close to tank on full lock (2.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  4. Pass11,183 miles (+2,133)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    11,183 miles
    Test number
    949302668452
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose also tighter spots on chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive tighter spots on chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Fork yoke deformed but serviceable handlebar switch touching tank nearside slightly faulty lockstop (2.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  5. Pass9,050 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    9,050 miles
    Test number
    675357740695
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  6. Fail9,050 miles (+3,049)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,050 miles
    Test number
    385301375359
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

  7. Pass6,001 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    6,001 miles
    Test number
    643747319497
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  8. Fail5,986 miles (+14)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,986 miles
    Test number
    304118157093
    • FailureOffside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
    • FailureOffside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
    • FailureRear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

  9. Fail5,972 miles (+1,676)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,972 miles
    Test number
    749545897543
    • FailureSteering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
    • FailureThrottle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

  10. Pass4,296 miles (+996)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    4,296 miles
    Test number
    549848785165
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

  11. Pass3,300 miles (+967)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    3,300 miles
    Test number
    296829984148
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

  12. Pass2,333 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    2,333 miles
    Test number
    776941293129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass2,207 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    2,207 miles
    Test number
    649186092083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass2,191 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    2,191 miles
    Test number
    351292179230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass2,186 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    2,186 miles
    Test number
    332689358438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass2,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    2,184 miles
    Test number
    520206276251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T55 TAC

Does T55 TAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T55 TAC is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T55 TAC?
The MOT on T55 TAC is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T55 TAC done?
T55 TAC was recorded at 11,629 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 492 miles a year.
Has T55 TAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 TAC has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on T55 TAC ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T55 TAC find?
T55 TAC passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy.

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