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PF08 TYY

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

29,748 mi
Last recorded29,748 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 TYY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2022 29,748 miles

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

Nearside mirror loose

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 28,162 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 27,504 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 27,495 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Fail 5 Apr 2019 27,491 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear sprocket worn

Pass 10 Oct 2017 22,595 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 22,558 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 19,767 miles

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

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

Rear tyre tread started to wear unevenly.

Fail 29 Mar 2016 19,726 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Rear tyre tread started to wear unevenly.

Pass 11 Apr 2015 17,498 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

fliud cap bracket missing

Pass 4 Oct 2013 15,349 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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))

front brake resovoir locking braket missing

Fail 4 Oct 2013 15,349 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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))

front brake resovoir locking braket missing

Pass 16 Jul 2012 14,066 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 13,725 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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PF08 TYY is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 PF08 TYY, 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 PF08 TYY registered?

PF08 TYY is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 14 July 2008.

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