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OU08 FCG

2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,550 mi
Last recorded16,550 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 105018,293 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 FCG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint ST 1050
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 16,550 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 15,859 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2023 15,385 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 15,043 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 14,592 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 14,038 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 13,475 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 13,046 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 13,046 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 12,682 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 12,638 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 11,458 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint ST 1050?

Based on 5,190 MOT tests across 503 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,058
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 11
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OU08 FCG is a 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 18,293 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 ST 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU08 FCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint ST 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Sprint ST 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU08 FCG registered?

OU08 FCG is a 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050, first registered on 18 July 2008.

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The MOT history for OU08 FCG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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