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GX05 LHC

2005 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

37,975 mi
Last recorded37,975 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 LHC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 37,975 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2024 36,702 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2023 34,754 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 31,288 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2021 27,924 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 25,895 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 20,614 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 19,776 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 19,197 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 17,437 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 15,480 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 13,620 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 12,515 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 12,501 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 11,738 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 9,762 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 8,454 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 6,735 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 LHC is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 LHC, 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 LHC registered?

GX05 LHC is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is GX05 LHC safe to buy?

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