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OU08 GBV

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,543 mi
Last recorded41,543 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 41,543 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 41,252 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 40,636 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 40,142 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2022 40,142 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 39,919 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 39,674 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 39,348 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 37,966 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 35,900 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 32,892 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 29,120 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 23,147 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 17,652 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 13,479 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 7,400 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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 GBV is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 OU08 GBV, 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 GBV registered?

OU08 GBV is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is OU08 GBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 GBV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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