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GX05 HKW

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,975 mi
Last recorded49,975 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 HKW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 49,975 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 49,181 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 48,320 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 45,572 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 42,524 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 42,368 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 41,808 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 39,908 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 37,239 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 36,076 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 34,318 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 33,262 miles

slight judder on front brake

slight noise from chain

Pass 18 Mar 2011 31,807 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 31,807 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 25,749 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 25,749 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 20,565 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 14,584 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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GX05 HKW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GX05 HKW, 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 GX05 HKW registered?

GX05 HKW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is GX05 HKW safe to buy?

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