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EU08 LXD

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

49,308 mi
Last recorded49,308 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 LXD
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 49,308 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 49,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 44,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 44,041 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 42,810 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 39,757 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 39,473 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2019 39,473 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock nearside steering stop missing (2.1.4 (b))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

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

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 39,224 miles

noisey exhaust

Fail 6 Jun 2018 39,224 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

noisey exhaust

Pass 29 Mar 2017 38,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 343,850 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 36,303 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2014 35,026 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 34,035 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 14 May 2013 32,640 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 27,384 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 24,216 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 LXD is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red 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 EU08 LXD, 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 LXD registered?

EU08 LXD is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 5 April 2008.

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