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EU08 GHY

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,811 mi
Last recorded56,811 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 GHY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2020 56,811 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 54,215 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 50,225 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 50,219 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted top securing bolt insecure (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 42,534 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 41,396 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 41,382 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 39,701 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 May 2015 39,701 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 35,666 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 28,411 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 19,660 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 19,133 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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EU08 GHY is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EU08 GHY, 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 EU08 GHY registered?

EU08 GHY is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is EU08 GHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 GHY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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