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HF09 BWL

2009 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,412 mi
Last recorded94,412 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Sprint18,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF09 BWL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 94,412 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 11 Nov 2025 94,412 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2024 93,364 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2024 93,364 miles

Front Shock absorber insecurely attached Upper yoke bolts undone (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 91,987 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 91,037 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 90,577 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 89,888 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 88,838 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 86,941 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 84,367 miles

Left hand side mirror slightly loose.

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 10 Apr 2017 84,367 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Left hand side mirror slightly loose.

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 67,949 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 52,702 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 39,234 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 28,327 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 28,327 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 18,551 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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HF09 BWL is a 2009 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 HF09 BWL, 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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HF09 BWL is a 2009 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 4 April 2009.

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