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FJ55 TZC

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,509 mi
Last recorded39,509 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 TZC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 39,509 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 39,054 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 35,954 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Off side fairing 'glove box' insecure

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Mudguard insecure Hugger damaged and could detach

Fail 1 Jul 2024 35,954 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Off side fairing 'glove box' insecure

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Mudguard insecure Hugger damaged and could detach

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 31,427 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 31,379 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 31,083 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 29,974 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 29,974 miles

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 27,807 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 25,100 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 23,232 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 21,841 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 20,051 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 15,076 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 11,062 miles

Nearside Front Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 15 May 2012 11,062 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 10,976 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 10,602 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 10,289 miles

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

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 7,412 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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FJ55 TZC 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 85.7%.

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 FJ55 TZC, 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 FJ55 TZC registered?

FJ55 TZC is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 October 2005.

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