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EU08 PHY

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,957 mi
Last recorded15,957 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 15,957 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 15,640 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 15,474 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure Mirror stalk broken and temporary repair, but not insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 13 Feb 2024 15,474 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure Mirror stalk broken and temporary repair, but not insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2023 15,161 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 14,420 miles

Front Brake fluid requires replacement

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pads getting low

Pass 23 Feb 2021 13,988 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

drive chain has tight links

Pass 27 Jan 2020 13,703 miles

Rear foot pegs missing ,grab rails fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2019 13,565 miles

drive chain dry and requires lubricating

Pass 21 Feb 2018 13,370 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 13,340 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 12,682 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 11,523 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2015 11,523 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2014 10,369 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 9,337 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 5,445 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 3,763 miles

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

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 PHY 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 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PHY, 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 PHY registered?

EU08 PHY is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is EU08 PHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 PHY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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