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FJ05 MSX

2005 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,225 mi
Last recorded13,225 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 MSX
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2018 13,225 miles

Exhaust slightly noisy

Handlebar bases just touch the tank on full lock both sides

Headlamp converters fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2017 7,840 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2016 7,777 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2015 5,923 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 5,301 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 23 Aug 2013 5,292 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 14 Jan 2012 4,864 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 14 Jan 2012 4,864 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 10 Jul 2010 442 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2008 10,927 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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FJ05 MSX is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FJ05 MSX, 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.

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What year was FJ05 MSX registered?

FJ05 MSX is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is FJ05 MSX safe to buy?

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