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AV09 SZT

2009 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

41,384 mi
Last recorded41,384 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Sprint18,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 SZT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 41,384 miles

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 41,356 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 41,097 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2022 40,758 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 40,651 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 40,631 miles

Brake cylinder inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2017 40,549 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 40,489 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Rear Oil leak slight oil on rear wheel and disc ()

Rear no. plate light not working

Pass 10 Aug 2015 40,269 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 37,241 miles

rear hub seal leaking

Fail 21 Jun 2014 36,984 miles

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

rear hub seal leaking

Pass 1 Jul 2013 34,878 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 29,007 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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AV09 SZT is a 2009 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 18,222 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 AV09 SZT, 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 17 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 AV09 SZT registered?

AV09 SZT is a 2009 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 July 2009.

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