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LJ57 VZK

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,557 mi
Last recorded40,557 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 VZK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 40,557 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 10 Mar 2026 40,557 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 40,245 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 35,675 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 35,675 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 35,656 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 32,881 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 30,890 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 28,583 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 23,721 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 17,653 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 13,025 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 10,640 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 10,640 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2011 8,295 miles

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

nail in rear tyre

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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LJ57 VZK 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 LJ57 VZK, 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 LJ57 VZK registered?

LJ57 VZK is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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