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EU08 LXM

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,734 mi
Last recorded11,734 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 11,734 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 9,801 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 9,800 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2019 9,324 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 9,324 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 9,227 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 9,075 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 8,938 miles

Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 8,622 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 8,234 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 7,087 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 6,367 miles

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

slight play on floating discs buttons

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 LXM is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 EU08 LXM, 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

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What year was EU08 LXM registered?

EU08 LXM is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is EU08 LXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 LXM shows 12 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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