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HY08 FYT

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,466 mi
Last recorded29,466 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 29,466 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 26,343 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 26,341 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 19,968 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 19,915 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 19,915 miles

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 19,770 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 19,770 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 19,706 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 19,391 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 16,817 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 14,201 miles

front and rear brake pads appear low

Pass 18 Jul 2013 13,075 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 11,636 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 10,900 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 FYT is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FYT, 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 HY08 FYT registered?

HY08 FYT is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 July 2008.

Is HY08 FYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 FYT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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