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YN08 TJY

2008 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

24,839 mi
Last recorded24,839 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 24,839 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2024 21,790 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 19,193 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 14,550 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 12,217 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 12,178 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 12,178 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Apr 2017 12,052 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 9,647 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2014 8,119 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 6,927 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 4,605 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 4,109 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 TJY is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TJY, 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 TJY registered?

YN08 TJY is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 August 2008.

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The MOT history for YN08 TJY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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