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FG59 HXZ

2009 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

35,960 mi
Last recorded35,960 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Sprint18,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 HXZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 35,960 miles

Chain worn and has slight tight spots

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 35,123 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Aug 2024 35,119 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 33,227 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 5 Aug 2023 33,227 miles

Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 32,391 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 28,872 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 28,871 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 28,848 miles

Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

pass light inop

Fail 9 Jun 2020 28,847 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

pass light inop

Pass 26 Apr 2016 26,408 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2015 19,344 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 15,419 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 15,998 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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FG59 HXZ is a 2009 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FG59 HXZ, 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 FG59 HXZ registered?

FG59 HXZ is a 2009 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 2 November 2009.

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