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LJ08 UKC

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,758 mi
Last recorded33,758 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 UKC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 33,758 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced Amber colour faded (4.4.3 (a))

Rear brake lever bent

Small cut rear tyre

Pass 14 Jul 2023 33,156 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 32,084 miles

rear brake pedal slightly bent

rear indicators damaged

Fail 21 Jul 2022 32,082 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

rear brake pedal slightly bent

rear indicators damaged

Pass 2 Jul 2020 27,921 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 24,051 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2019 24,051 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear reflector insecure (4.8.1 (b) (i))

Rear reflector likely to become detached (4.8.1 (b) (ii))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 22,664 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 21,559 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 19,813 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 18,474 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 12,677 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 10,137 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 3,761 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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LJ08 UKC is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UKC, 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 LJ08 UKC registered?

LJ08 UKC is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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The MOT history for LJ08 UKC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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