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OU08 FCX

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,511 mi
Last recorded28,511 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 FCX
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 28,511 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror held in position with duct tape ()

Rear Drive chain slightly loose drive chain requires slight adjustment (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 27,900 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 27,900 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 27,197 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 24,477 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 22,039 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 18,473 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 18,471 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2020 13,499 miles

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

Nearside Front Front N/S disc has slight free play in rivets

Offside Front Front O/S disc has slight free play in rivets

Pass 9 Apr 2019 5,795 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 5,777 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 5,754 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 5,669 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 5,503 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 5,503 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 4,873 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 4,374 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 4,373 miles

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

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

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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OU08 FCX is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OU08 FCX, 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 OU08 FCX registered?

OU08 FCX is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is OU08 FCX safe to buy?

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