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FJ08 RNN

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

8,655 mi
Last recorded8,655 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 RNN
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 8,655 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 5,433 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 5,383 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 5,313 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 5,300 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 5,057 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 4,837 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 4,795 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 4,794 miles

Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2018 4,575 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 4,575 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2017 4,461 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2016 4,130 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 3,613 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 3,177 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 2,762 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 2,182 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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FJ08 RNN is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FJ08 RNN, 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 FJ08 RNN registered?

FJ08 RNN is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is FJ08 RNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 RNN shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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