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VX05 TZL

2005 Triumph Sprint ST 1050

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,261 mi
Last recorded28,261 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint ST 105017,749 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 TZL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint ST 1050
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 28,261 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 26,760 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 26,362 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 25,252 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 22,385 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2019 22,254 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 22,228 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2017 21,664 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 19,865 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 19,179 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 17,149 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 17,149 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 14,325 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 12,913 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 11,278 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 7,174 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 776 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint ST 1050?

Based on 5,190 MOT tests across 503 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
1,058
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 11
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VX05 TZL is a 2005 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Sprint ST 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 17,749 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Sprint ST 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 TZL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint ST 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Sprint ST 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX05 TZL registered?

VX05 TZL is a 2005 Triumph Sprint ST 1050, first registered on 24 June 2005.

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The MOT history for VX05 TZL shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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