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GN05 LHX

2005 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

93,765 mi
Last recorded93,765 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 LHX
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 93,765 miles

Engine managment light on.

Pass 1 Jun 2024 92,014 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 31 May 2024 92,009 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 May 2023 90,062 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 26 May 2022 89,310 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 89,305 miles

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Brake caliper operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2021 87,481 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 86,845 miles

Rear slight play in caliper pins

Pass 30 May 2019 86,149 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 81,774 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play ( linkage ) (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 18 May 2017 76,828 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 73,467 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 69,319 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Mar 2015 69,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 64,432 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 63,481 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 54,262 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 46,722 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 38,878 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 27,680 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 17,416 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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GN05 LHX is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Silver 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 GN05 LHX, 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 GN05 LHX registered?

GN05 LHX is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 19 April 2005.

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