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DK08 LPA

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,107 mi
Last recorded41,107 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 LPA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 41,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 40,205 miles
Fail 29 May 2024 40,180 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn disks moving back and forward excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2023 36,500 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 20,500 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 20,500 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 27,538 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 25,026 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 21,667 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 19,834 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2016 18,066 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 18,052 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2015 15,586 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 9,779 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 5,735 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 5,696 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 5,538 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 5,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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DK08 LPA is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DK08 LPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DK08 LPA?

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What year was DK08 LPA registered?

DK08 LPA is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 9 June 2008.

Is DK08 LPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 LPA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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