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YX08 GWZ

2008 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

28,140 mi
Last recorded28,140 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 GWZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 28,140 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jul 2018 28,140 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 22,525 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 18,459 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 15,130 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 15,105 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 12,765 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 11,329 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 4 Sep 2012 11,324 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 7,905 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 GWZ is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GWZ, 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 YX08 GWZ registered?

YX08 GWZ is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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