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KT09 LYF

2009 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

51,975 mi
Last recorded51,975 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Sprint18,222 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT09 LYF
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 51,975 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 51,329 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 17 Aug 2024 51,323 miles

Offside Front Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 49,073 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 49,073 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 46,287 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2022 46,170 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2021 44,582 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2021 44,582 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 44,006 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2019 42,544 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 31,968 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 23,243 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 23,197 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 21,936 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 15,538 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 12,790 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 10,720 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 10,720 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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KT09 LYF is a 2009 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KT09 LYF, 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 KT09 LYF registered?

KT09 LYF is a 2009 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 28 May 2009.

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