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GN55 HBZ

2005 Triumph Sprint

Grey Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

50,099 mi
Last recorded50,099 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 HBZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 50,099 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 50,087 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 47,489 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Feb 2018 47,488 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess stretched (6.2.1e)

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid around piston (3.2.B1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Front brakes dragging slightly

Rear number plate light not working

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 44,673 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2016 36,827 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 35,785 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 34,250 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 31,761 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 27,837 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 27,837 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 May 2011 25,934 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 25,515 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 21,349 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 May 2009 21,349 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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GN55 HBZ is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Grey with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GN55 HBZ, 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 GN55 HBZ registered?

GN55 HBZ is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is GN55 HBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN55 HBZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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