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VX08 DZA

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,659 mi
Last recorded42,659 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 DZA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2021 42,659 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 42,653 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 39,841 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 39,250 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2018 39,250 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2017 38,275 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 37,069 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 31,674 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 30,069 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 25,140 miles

front brake discs slightly pitted

front tyre wearing uneaven

Pass 21 Apr 2012 20,749 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 14,065 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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VX08 DZA is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red 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 VX08 DZA, 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 VX08 DZA registered?

VX08 DZA is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is VX08 DZA safe to buy?

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