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AR05 ELX

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

19,924 mi
Last recorded19,924 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR05 ELX
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 19,924 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in lower suspension link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2026 19,924 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in lower suspension link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 18,810 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 17,542 miles

Front brake lever has a little more travel than expected

Pass 1 Feb 2023 15,183 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 14,980 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 14,391 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 13,675 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 13,125 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 12,820 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 12,495 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 11,935 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 11,115 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 9,075 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 9,013 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 4,885 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 3,710 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 3,651 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 2,459 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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AR05 ELX is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 21,008 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AR05 ELX, 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 21 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AR05 ELX registered?

AR05 ELX is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is AR05 ELX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR05 ELX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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