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HY08 FYX

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,470 mi
Last recorded64,470 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2019 64,470 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 63,005 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Nov 2018 63,005 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 62,213 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 62,213 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 59,053 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 58,239 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 55,404 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 50,566 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 42,132 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 24 Sep 2011 29,024 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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 FYX is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FYX, 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 FYX registered?

HY08 FYX is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is HY08 FYX safe to buy?

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