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GN58 JYE

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

28,716 mi
Last recorded28,716 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN58 JYE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 28,716 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2025 28,454 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 28,371 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 27,988 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 26,718 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 26,718 miles

Brake performance not tested rear pads on metal would cause more damage (1.2.1 (g))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 24,417 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Sep 2021 24,417 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 21,989 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose Rear bolts missing (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2019 20,695 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 19,002 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 May 2017 16,209 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2016 14,321 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2015 12,350 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 10,968 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 8,937 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 8,559 miles

Front brakes are binding on slightly.

Fail 20 Oct 2012 8,551 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front brakes are binding on slightly.

Pass 13 Oct 2011 6,586 miles

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

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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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GN58 JYE is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GN58 JYE, 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.

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What year was GN58 JYE registered?

GN58 JYE is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 11 October 2008.

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