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HJ59 OGW

2009 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,832 mi
Last recorded25,832 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Sprint18,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ59 OGW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 25,832 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2026 25,832 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 23,643 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2025 23,643 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements small (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Sep 2023 22,230 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 19,777 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 17,872 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 17,820 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity reduced not working (4.1.4 (a))

Rear brake fluid level on low

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 17,411 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 14,739 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 13,272 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 11,794 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 10,957 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 9,123 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 8,100 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 8,100 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 7,242 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 7,242 miles

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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HJ59 OGW is a 2009 Triumph Sprint in Red 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 HJ59 OGW, 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 HJ59 OGW registered?

HJ59 OGW is a 2009 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 8 October 2009.

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