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YN08 GMG

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,263 mi
Last recorded21,263 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 GMG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 21,263 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 19,440 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 18,178 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 18,134 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 17,832 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 15,616 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 15,604 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2018 13,177 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2017 12,483 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 12,042 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 11,444 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 10,102 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 10,102 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 8,996 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 6,570 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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YN08 GMG is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YN08 GMG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN08 GMG registered?

YN08 GMG is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is YN08 GMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN08 GMG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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