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SV08 FLJ

2008 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

15,365 mi
Last recorded15,365 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Triumph Sprint19,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 FLJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2022 15,365 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 13 Oct 2021 14,560 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 13,910 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 11,749 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2018 11,544 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 9,657 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2017 9,644 miles

Central Rear Inner Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2016 7,933 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 7,286 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 6,287 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 5,260 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 5,194 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 4,468 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 9 Jul 2011 4,468 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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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SV08 FLJ is a 2008 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SV08 FLJ, 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 SV08 FLJ registered?

SV08 FLJ is a 2008 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is SV08 FLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 FLJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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