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B8 BKS

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,444 mi
Last recorded38,444 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 BKS
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 38,444 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 38,431 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

horn note starting to deteriorate

restictive clearance on steering lock and fuel tank...recommend investigation

Pass 27 Sep 2023 37,728 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

drive chain dry and recommend lubrication

horn note deteriorating

Pass 2 Sep 2022 36,963 miles

Drive chain slightly loose and dry (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1mm recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 36,398 miles

Done under Contingency Code 28067151

Pass 29 Aug 2019 35,742 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 35,741 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 29,227 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 26,660 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 25,196 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 25,196 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing tape not acceptable (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 25,086 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 24,562 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 23,927 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 May 2012 22,747 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 19,726 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 14,437 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 11,463 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 11,463 miles

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 11,463 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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B8 BKS is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 B8 BKS, 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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B8 BKS is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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