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BU05 PYA

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

38,564 mi
Last recorded38,564 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 38,564 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 37,898 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 37,038 miles
Fail 30 May 2024 37,038 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 36,113 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 35,109 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 34,641 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play play in king bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 May 2020 34,610 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play play in king bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 33,536 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 32,110 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 29,620 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 22,324 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 18,014 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 17,494 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 16,466 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 14,524 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 12,509 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2008 10,934 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 10,911 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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BU05 PYA 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 84.2%.

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 PYA, 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 PYA registered?

BU05 PYA is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is BU05 PYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 PYA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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