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OU08 FYO

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

15,608 mi
Last recorded15,608 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 FYO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 15,608 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 15,244 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 14,587 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Nov 2022 14,587 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 14,096 miles

Central Rear Lower small bearing /bush knock on bottom shock

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit dipping inbetween tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 13,332 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 12,541 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 11,897 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 11,256 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 10,717 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 10,717 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 10,294 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 9,069 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 8,829 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 7,702 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 7,702 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 7,371 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2011 7,371 miles

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

Front 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.

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 FYO is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red 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 FYO, 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 OU08 FYO registered?

OU08 FYO is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is OU08 FYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 FYO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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