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LJ08 UJH

2008 Triumph Sprint

Grey Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,819 mi
Last recorded36,819 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 UJH
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 36,819 miles

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

Slight oil leak from cam cover gasket

Pass 25 Nov 2023 36,202 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 35,987 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2021 35,917 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 35,713 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 35,544 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 35,544 miles

Stop lamp not working Front brake light switch inoperative (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 35,022 miles

headraces slightly notchy with wheel raised

Fail 23 Jun 2018 34,960 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right left bulb not working (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

headraces slightly notchy with wheel raised

Pass 29 Jun 2017 28,597 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 26,027 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 24,020 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 21,800 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 18,831 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 17,210 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 14,210 miles

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

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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LJ08 UJH is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Grey 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 LJ08 UJH, 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 LJ08 UJH registered?

LJ08 UJH is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 24 July 2008.

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