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YX08 BFF

2008 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,423 mi
Last recorded61,423 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 BFF
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 61,423 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 61,282 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2025 61,282 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 May 2025 61,267 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 58,431 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 53,824 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 51,762 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 51,661 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 51,653 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working from front (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 51,533 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 50,812 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 48,468 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 46,154 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 46,154 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 41,091 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 33,182 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 26,506 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 13 Oct 2012 18,617 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 9,946 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 8,329 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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YX08 BFF is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YX08 BFF, 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 YX08 BFF registered?

YX08 BFF is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is YX08 BFF safe to buy?

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