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HW08 AUO

2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,805 mi
Last recorded31,805 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 105018,293 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 AUO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint ST 1050
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 31,805 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 29,775 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 28,555 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 27,745 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 26,646 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 26,097 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 25,836 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 25,516 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 24,929 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 24,738 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 23,133 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2016 23,133 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 21,741 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 20,292 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2013 18,293 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2013 18,293 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 May 2012 15,170 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 10,484 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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HW08 AUO is a 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HW08 AUO, 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 HW08 AUO registered?

HW08 AUO is a 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is HW08 AUO safe to buy?

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