2009 Triumph 0.7L Petrol · EX59 EYZ

This Triumph presents a clean bill of health across its entire MOT history. The most recent test on 10 March 2026 at 15,092 miles passed with zero defects, advisories, or failures. That result is not an isolated event. Every recorded test going back to 2017 has passed first time with no defects whatsoever. The maintenance trend is stable and consistently strong, indicating a vehicle that has been kept in sound mechanical order throughout its life. The mileage profile is exceptionally low. At roughly 888 miles per year over 17 years, this car has seen minimal use. The intervals between tests show modest, steady accumulation: 1,216 miles between March 2017 and May 2018, 1,216 miles between May 2018 and June 2020, 390 miles between June 2020 and April 2023, and just 135 miles between April 2023 and March 2026. The sharp drop in annual mileage after 2020 suggests the car may have spent extended periods stationary. That raises a different set of concerns than high-mileage wear, particularly around deteriorated rubber components, stale fuel, and moisture-related corrosion in brake lines, seals, and the exhaust system. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage vehicles that stand for long periods can develop seized brake calipers, perished suspension bushes, and cracked tyre sidewalls from age rather than wear. The tyres on this car are likely original or very old replacements, and their condition should be checked carefully for dry rot and date codes regardless of remaining tread depth. The underside should be inspected for corrosion on brake lines, subframes, and suspension mounting points, as standing vehicles are prone to surface rust that can compromise structural integrity over time. The MOT data tells a reassuring story of consistent mechanical compliance, but it cannot substitute for a hands-on inspection of a car that has spent much of its recent life idle. A test drive should focus on brake feel, suspension response over uneven surfaces, and any unusual drivetrain vibrations that could point to seized components or degraded engine mounts. If the tyres, brakes, and rubber components check out, this Triumph appears to be a well-kept example with a genuinely clean record.