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SV08 EAA

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

31,044 mi
Last recorded31,044 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 EAA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 31,044 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 29,073 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2025 29,073 miles

Lower Exhaust silencer insecure Clamp missing from link pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorber insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 25,667 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 25,395 miles

Central Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 17,421 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 17,419 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 17,419 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 17,342 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 16,575 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 16,300 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jul 2018 12,190 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 11,313 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 10,126 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 10,124 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies control 1 . front lever (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 9,281 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 6,599 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 5,395 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 4,873 miles

Front 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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SV08 EAA is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 SV08 EAA, 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 SV08 EAA registered?

SV08 EAA is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is SV08 EAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 EAA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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