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VX08 FFS

2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs)

Silver Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

10,317 mi
Last recorded10,317 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs)21,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 FFS
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint ST 1050 (abs)
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 10,317 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 10,101 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 9,956 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 9,397 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 9,390 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 8,134 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 6,929 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2019 5,573 miles

aftermarket silencers

front brake has soft feel on 1st application

Pass 14 Jul 2018 5,044 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 4,846 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 4,763 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 4,372 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 4,127 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 3,269 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 2,814 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 1,220 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs)?

Based on 1,756 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,212
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Headlamp aim too low 4
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VX08 FFS is a 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs) in Silver with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs) models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 21,879 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs) fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX08 FFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs) typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX08 FFS registered?

VX08 FFS is a 2008 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs), first registered on 15 March 2008.

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The MOT history for VX08 FFS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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