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R8 BNT

2006 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,307 mi
Last recorded57,307 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph Sprint20,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 BNT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 57,307 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2026 57,304 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Mar 2025 55,237 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 55,049 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 54,859 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 54,511 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 54,511 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2020 52,495 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 49,875 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 49,875 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Mar 2018 47,951 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 43,317 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 38,037 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 38,032 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 May 2013 36,740 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 35,521 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 34,037 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 28,784 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 28,784 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2009 21,512 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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R8 BNT is a 2006 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,441 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 R8 BNT, 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 20 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 R8 BNT registered?

R8 BNT is a 2006 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 21 April 2006.

Is R8 BNT safe to buy?

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