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WX08 GWJ

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

47,372 mi
Last recorded47,372 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 GWJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 47,372 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2025 45,958 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 43,518 miles

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose Rear swing arm slight play on bearings (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 40,266 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 35,752 miles

Offside body panels broken

Fail 30 Apr 2022 35,747 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside body panels broken

Pass 13 May 2021 31,557 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 30,916 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 30,899 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 30,618 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 30,423 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 29,737 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 25,611 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 23,360 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 20,869 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 17,917 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 13,065 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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WX08 GWJ is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WX08 GWJ, 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 WX08 GWJ registered?

WX08 GWJ is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is WX08 GWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX08 GWJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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