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GN08 WLX

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,906 mi
Last recorded21,906 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 WLX
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 21,906 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 20,363 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 17,962 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 17,810 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 17,776 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 17,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

rear view mirror broken

Pass 12 Mar 2019 15,034 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 14,421 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 14,275 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 13,983 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 13,675 miles

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

Rear Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 13,392 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 13,093 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 12,665 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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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GN08 WLX is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GN08 WLX, 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 GN08 WLX registered?

GN08 WLX is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 July 2008.

Is GN08 WLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 WLX shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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