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LJ09 ESY

2009 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,087 mi
Last recorded47,087 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 Triumph Sprint18,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 ESY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2023 47,087 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 45,894 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 42,938 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 40,050 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 40,050 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 34,344 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2017 30,090 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 30,090 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 27,540 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 26,613 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))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 23,845 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 20,140 miles

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

Offside headlamp does not illuminate on dipped/main beam but nearside does

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 16,193 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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LJ09 ESY is a 2009 Triumph Sprint in Red 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 LJ09 ESY, 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.

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What year was LJ09 ESY registered?

LJ09 ESY is a 2009 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is LJ09 ESY safe to buy?

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