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GX08 MJF

2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,747 mi
Last recorded52,747 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 105018,293 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 MJF
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint ST 1050
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 52,747 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively bobbing rivets worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2026 52,726 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported pipe rubbing fork stanchion (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2025 48,506 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 46,966 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 42,868 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2021 33,678 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2020 26,579 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 19,656 miles

both front and rear brake master cylinder fluid level approaching the low mark

Pass 17 Aug 2018 12,992 miles

Front Tyre is wearing un evenly.

Fail 11 Aug 2018 12,985 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front Tyre is wearing un evenly.

Pass 21 Aug 2017 4,444 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 4,242 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint ST 1050?

Based on 5,190 MOT tests across 503 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,058
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 11
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GX08 MJF is a 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 18,293 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 ST 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX08 MJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint ST 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Sprint ST 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX08 MJF registered?

GX08 MJF is a 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050, first registered on 20 June 2008.

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