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DK55 EXN

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

35,862 mi
Last recorded35,862 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 EXN
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 35,862 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 35,862 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front brake lever does not operate stop lamp (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 35,636 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 35,408 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 34,750 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 34,488 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 34,297 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2020 34,270 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 33,780 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2018 33,272 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 32,728 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 32,698 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 31,809 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 28,647 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 27,855 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 26,559 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 22,513 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 21,031 miles

Drive chain requires lubricating

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

Nearside headlamp does not illuminate

Pass 17 Aug 2009 17,131 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 14,836 miles

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

Rear reflector partially obscured

Fail 1 Sep 2008 14,799 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Drive chain requires lubricating

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

Rear reflector partially obscured

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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DK55 EXN is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 DK55 EXN, 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 DK55 EXN registered?

DK55 EXN is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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