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H8 LCY

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,147 mi
Last recorded42,147 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 LCY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 42,147 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2026 42,147 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 40,450 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 40,362 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive chain and sprocket kit (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both front and back pads (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 39,950 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2020 39,401 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 38,210 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 37,529 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 May 2016 35,157 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 32,597 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 29,808 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 29,789 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 14 May 2013 25,630 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 21,071 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 16,721 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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H8 LCY is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 H8 LCY, 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 H8 LCY registered?

H8 LCY is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is H8 LCY safe to buy?

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