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CU05 GXW

2005 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

30,598 mi
Last recorded30,598 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 GXW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 30,598 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 30,209 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 29,681 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 28,244 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 28,039 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 27,498 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 27,015 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 27,007 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 26,159 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 26,157 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 24,936 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 23,906 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 22,438 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 20,866 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 20,864 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 18,460 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 16,180 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 16,180 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 15,080 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2011 15,080 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2010 11,300 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 8,700 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 6,700 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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CU05 GXW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 CU05 GXW, 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 CU05 GXW registered?

CU05 GXW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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