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GN08 WPR

2008 Triumph Sprint

Grey Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

36,285 mi
Last recorded36,285 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 WPR
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 36,285 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 36,207 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 36,048 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 36,037 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 35,988 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2019 35,574 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 34,798 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 34,782 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2017 32,533 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2016 31,256 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 5 Sep 2016 31,254 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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 17 Jun 2015 28,108 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

coolant level low

oil level high

side boxes incorrectly fitted

Pass 14 May 2014 23,936 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 23,044 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 23,042 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 21,895 miles

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

rear suspension linkages would benefit from lubrication

Fail 7 Sep 2011 21,880 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

rear suspension linkages would benefit from lubrication

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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GN08 WPR is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Grey with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GN08 WPR, 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 GN08 WPR registered?

GN08 WPR is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 5 August 2008.

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