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SV08 JBO

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,311 mi
Last recorded38,311 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 JBO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 38,311 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 38,311 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 39,976 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2023 36,956 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 35,872 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 35,182 miles

All Crash Bobbins Slightly Loose

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 34,087 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 31,541 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 26,233 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 21,745 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 20,409 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 20,228 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 20,228 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 18,540 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 14,779 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 9,126 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 6,941 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 5,133 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 JBO is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 SV08 JBO, 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 SV08 JBO registered?

SV08 JBO is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 August 2008.

Is SV08 JBO safe to buy?

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