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TRC 640

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,292 mi
Last recorded30,292 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRC 640
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 30,292 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 28,546 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 24,578 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2024 24,573 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

nearside mirror stem damaged, indicator in mirror secure

rear wheel bearing not tested due to binding rear brake

Pass 18 Aug 2022 23,104 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs slightly pitted, both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

front and rear tyre pressures were low, re-inflated during test

Pass 24 Aug 2021 22,506 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 May 2020 22,209 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear shock a bit on the soft side

Pass 18 Jul 2018 14,224 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 13,699 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 13,613 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2014 13,268 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 8,806 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 7,719 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 6,616 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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TRC 640 is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TRC 640, 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 TRC 640 registered?

TRC 640 is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is TRC 640 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRC 640 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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