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FX08 HTO

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,802 mi
Last recorded17,802 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 HTO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 17,802 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 17,755 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 16,303 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 14,568 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 14,568 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 12,714 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 12,707 miles

Central Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

o s front crash bobin slack

Pass 12 Mar 2021 8,006 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 7,233 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 6,993 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 5,392 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 5,384 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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FX08 HTO 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 75%.

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 FX08 HTO, 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 FX08 HTO registered?

FX08 HTO is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is FX08 HTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 HTO shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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