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HY08 BFO

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,184 mi
Last recorded45,184 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 BFO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2024 45,184 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 45,044 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 43,108 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 41,540 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2020 39,659 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 36,065 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 32,212 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 32,083 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2017 32,077 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 31,715 miles

Offside Front oil leak from top of engine

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 31,589 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 31,352 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 30,414 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 30,390 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 30,192 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 28,468 miles

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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HY08 BFO is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HY08 BFO, 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 HY08 BFO registered?

HY08 BFO is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is HY08 BFO safe to buy?

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