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LJ09 EVL

2009 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs)

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,259 mi
Last recorded56,259 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs)17,665 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ09 EVL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint ST 1050 (abs)
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 56,259 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 56,258 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low dip beam beam (4.1.2 (a))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both front fork oil seals (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 54,662 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 53,191 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 53,191 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible H.I.D. retrofitted (4.1.4 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Feb 2020 52,554 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 52,308 miles

Drive chain has "tight" spots.

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

Fail 15 Feb 2019 52,308 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick worn down to the steel backing. (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain has "tight" spots.

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 50,339 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 50,198 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 48,517 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

rear tyre worn to near wear limit will req new one soon

Pass 24 Apr 2015 48,517 miles

rear tyre worn to near wear limit will req new one soon

Pass 27 Mar 2014 46,418 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 42,837 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs)?

Based on 1,756 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,212
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Headlamp aim too low 4
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LJ09 EVL is a 2009 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs) in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs) models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 17,665 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 ST 1050 (abs) fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ09 EVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs) typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ09 EVL is a 2009 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 (abs), first registered on 12 June 2009.

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