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LX08 HCE

2008 Triumph Sprint

Grey Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

39,912 mi
Last recorded39,912 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 HCE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 39,912 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 38,257 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 36,942 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 34,634 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 33,962 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2021 32,841 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 31,787 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 31,697 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 29,931 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 28,646 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2015 27,979 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 25,916 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 21,231 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 14,972 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2011 14,972 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

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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LX08 HCE is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Grey with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HCE, 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 HCE registered?

LX08 HCE is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is LX08 HCE safe to buy?

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