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BU05 OPW

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,120 mi
Last recorded28,120 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 OPW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2018 28,120 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 28,120 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 23,136 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Feb 2017 23,136 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 18,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2016 18,253 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 14,565 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 14,201 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 13,652 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 6,386 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 5,802 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 3,846 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 3,145 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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BU05 OPW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BU05 OPW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU05 OPW registered?

BU05 OPW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is BU05 OPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 OPW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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