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HF09 BUA

2009 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,479 mi
Last recorded39,479 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Sprint18,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF09 BUA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 39,479 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 36,089 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 34,769 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2023 31,148 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 26,740 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2021 23,239 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 23,239 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Seat insecure at rear

Pass 13 Jun 2020 23,236 miles

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

throttle cables slightly too much free play,a little adjustment needed

Pass 28 Mar 2019 20,932 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 19,936 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 18,912 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 16,918 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 15,299 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 13,307 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 11,119 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 May 2013 11,119 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2012 9,732 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 9,695 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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HF09 BUA is a 2009 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HF09 BUA, 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 HF09 BUA registered?

HF09 BUA is a 2009 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 9 May 2009.

Is HF09 BUA safe to buy?

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