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RK08 DYC

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,307 mi
Last recorded45,307 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 DYC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 45,307 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 44,429 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 41,796 miles

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

Front 2mm. 120/70/ZR17/58W. Rear 2mm. 180/55/ZR17/73W.

Pass 25 Jul 2017 40,536 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 38,002 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 36,455 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 33,002 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Fail 3 Jul 2014 33,002 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear suspension bearing deteriorated but not excessively (2.4A.2a(i))

Pass 4 Jul 2013 30,298 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 28,123 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jul 2012 28,123 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 22,904 miles

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

Rear 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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RK08 DYC is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RK08 DYC, 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 RK08 DYC registered?

RK08 DYC is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 July 2008.

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The MOT history for RK08 DYC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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