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VK59 EEW

2009 Triumph Sprint

Grey Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,145 mi
Last recorded19,145 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Sprint18,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 EEW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 19,145 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 18,992 miles

Brake lever worn, but not excessively Right hand lever (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 18,775 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 18,474 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 17,988 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 17,420 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 17,420 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 17,041 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 16,346 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 16,346 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 15,850 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 15,231 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 14,373 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 12,826 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 12,173 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 11,548 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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VK59 EEW is a 2009 Triumph Sprint in Grey with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VK59 EEW, 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 VK59 EEW registered?

VK59 EEW is a 2009 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 24 October 2009.

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