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AU08 HPE

2008 Triumph Sprint

Grey Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,268 mi
Last recorded18,268 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 HPE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 18,268 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 18,131 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 17,955 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 17,955 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 17,578 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 17,575 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 17,000 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2019 15,460 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 15,452 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

both sides front indicators slightly loose

Pass 3 May 2019 15,452 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 14,819 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 12,987 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 11,855 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 7,862 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 1,675 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 23,509 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 19,541 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2011

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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AU08 HPE is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Grey with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 19,051 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 AU08 HPE, 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 18 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU08 HPE registered?

AU08 HPE is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is AU08 HPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 HPE shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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