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GN58 JYG

2008 Triumph Sprint

Grey Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,417 mi
Last recorded59,417 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN58 JYG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 59,417 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2026 59,417 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 58,901 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2024 58,901 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Nov 2023 58,641 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 58,113 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 58,113 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 56,711 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 56,367 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 55,748 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 55,748 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 55,421 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2018 55,421 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 May 2017 55,132 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 54,951 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Getting close to maximum wear limit. (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn Getting close to maximum wear limit. (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 27 May 2015 54,445 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 May 2015 54,445 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 51,416 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2014 51,416 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 31 May 2013 39,810 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 30,732 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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 JYG is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Grey with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 JYG, 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 JYG registered?

GN58 JYG is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 3 October 2008.

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