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OU08 GAX

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,844 mi
Last recorded41,844 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 41,844 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive A few stiff links. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Registration plate may not comply to current regulations.

Pass 26 May 2023 38,200 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2022 37,107 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 36,033 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 34,235 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 32,260 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 28,540 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Jun 2017 28,540 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 26,540 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play in linkage (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jul 2014 23,472 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 15,653 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 15,653 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 9,270 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 7,270 miles

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 GAX is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GAX, 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 GAX registered?

OU08 GAX is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 30 July 2008.

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