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FG59 RMZ

2009 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,808 mi
Last recorded14,808 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Triumph Sprint18,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 RMZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2024 14,808 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 14,770 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jun 2023 14,770 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 14,167 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Jun 2022 14,167 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2016 14,006 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

non standard front brake/clutch lever fitted(short)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 12,831 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 12,680 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 9,711 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 RMZ is a 2009 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RMZ, 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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FG59 RMZ is a 2009 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 November 2009.

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