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HF08 UWU

2008 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

31,399 mi
Last recorded31,399 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF08 UWU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 31,399 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 30,827 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 30,322 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2023 29,618 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Apr 2023 29,618 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 24,203 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 24,203 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2021 19,318 miles

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 19,186 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 18,885 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 17,830 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 16,813 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 16,018 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 15,058 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 14,172 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 12,329 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 10,096 miles

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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HF08 UWU is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 HF08 UWU, 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 HF08 UWU registered?

HF08 UWU is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 8 July 2008.

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The MOT history for HF08 UWU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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