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YX08 GYN

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

34,570 mi
Last recorded34,570 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 GYN
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 34,570 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 24,468 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 23,780 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 23,503 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 23,192 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 22,835 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 22,545 miles

Front HEADSTOCK BEARINGS SLIGHTLY NOTCHY WITH WHEEL RAISED

Front front brakes have slight run out

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

Pass 23 Jun 2017 22,345 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 23 Jun 2017 22,345 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 21,853 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 20,406 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 18,163 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 18,163 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 14,355 miles

slight fluctuation from front brake 15kg

Pass 16 Mar 2012 7,316 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 7,152 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 GYN is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GYN, 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 GYN registered?

YX08 GYN is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 5 April 2008.

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