2007 Triumph Sprint St 1050 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Sprint St 1050 models manufactured in 2007, based on 404 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2007 Triumph Sprint St 1050 vintage page → (87.5% current pass rate)2007 Triumph Sprint St 1050 MOT Analysis
The 2007 Triumph Sprint St 1050 has an MOT pass rate of 87.9% based on 404 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 17,066 miles on the odometer. With a 12.1% failure rate, the 2007 Sprint St 1050 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2007 Triumph Sprint St 1050 is Motorcycle suspension, responsible for 0.5% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Identification of the vehicle is the second most common issue at 0.5%. Motorcycle brakes follows at 0.5%.
Top failures specific to 2007 models only. The overall Sprint St 1050 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.5% | 2 |
| 2 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.5% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Brakes | 0.5% | 2 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 0.2% | 1 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.2% | 1 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.2% | 1 |
| 7 | Non-component Advisories | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 17,066 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.29 | 0.5% | 2 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.29 | 0.5% | 2 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 0.29 | 0.5% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.15 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.15 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.15 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.15 | 0.2% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2007 Triumph Sprint St 1050 has an MOT pass rate of 87.9% based on 404 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 17,066 miles on the odometer. With a 12.1% failure rate, the 2007 Sprint St 1050 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2007 Triumph Sprint St 1050, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With relatively low average mileage of 17,066 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle suspension — 0.5% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 2007 Triumph Sprint St 1050 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Identification of the vehicle — 0.5% of failures
Identification of the vehicle issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 2007 Triumph Sprint St 1050 models. Identification failures relate to the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and registration plate. The VIN must be permanently displayed and legible, and the registration plate must meet British Standard formatting. Typical repair costs: £10–50. Pre-MOT check: Ensure the VIN plate is visible and legible (usually in the windscreen or under the bonnet). Check that number plates are clean, undamaged, and use the correct font and spacing.
Motorcycle brakes — 0.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 2007 Triumph Sprint St 1050 models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.