MOT Status
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57,239 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
oil leak from left side of the engine
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Oil leak
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint?
Based on 158,613 MOT tests across 12,829 vehicles.
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LX08 BUW is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.
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 LX08 BUW, 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 LX08 BUW registered?
LX08 BUW is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 17 April 2008.
Is LX08 BUW safe to buy?
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