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FJ05 MUW

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

25,338 mi
Last recorded25,338 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ05 MUW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 25,338 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2025 25,338 miles

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

Registration plate insecure 1 bolt missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached mount bolts no tight (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2024 24,877 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2024 24,873 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions tyre and wheel wrong direction (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 24,343 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 23,957 miles

Central Front side light got blue tinge to it

Central Rear number plate light out

Nearside Front grip becoming loose needs regluing

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied bent but not affecting system only affects it by can not get hand completely on lever (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 4 Apr 2018 23,957 miles

Central Front side light got blue tinge to it

Central Rear Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Central Rear number plate light out

Nearside Front grip becoming loose needs regluing

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied bent but not affecting system only affects it by can not get hand completely on lever (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 23,662 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 22,716 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 22,696 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 21,992 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 May 2012 19,511 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 13,606 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 13,071 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2009 10,872 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 10,326 miles

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

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 MUW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FJ05 MUW, 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 MUW registered?

FJ05 MUW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 28 May 2005.

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