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WA08 DLK

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,669 mi
Last recorded15,669 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 DLK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 15,669 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 13,884 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 13,514 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 13,285 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 12,771 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2020 11,435 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 9,969 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 9,001 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 9,001 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 8,638 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 8,638 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 8,136 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 7,393 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Jun 2014 7,393 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2012 5,419 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 4,029 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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WA08 DLK is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WA08 DLK, 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 WA08 DLK registered?

WA08 DLK is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WA08 DLK safe to buy?

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