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BX05 VKU

2005 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

50,304 mi
Last recorded50,304 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 VKU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 50,304 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 48,830 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 46,680 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 43,806 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 42,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 42,348 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2019 42,348 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 41,447 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 40,207 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 39,739 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 39,216 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 39,213 miles

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

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 20 Feb 2014 38,547 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 32,024 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 26,649 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 20,817 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 13,148 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 13,147 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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BX05 VKU is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BX05 VKU, 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 BX05 VKU registered?

BX05 VKU is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 4 June 2005.

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