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KE05 EKK

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

38,604 mi
Last recorded38,604 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE05 EKK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 38,604 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 38,225 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 38,223 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Sep 2023 37,537 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 36,864 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 35,803 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 35,803 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 35,467 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2019 33,790 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 33,790 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 May 2018 31,841 miles

rear reg plate size on limit

Fail 9 May 2018 31,841 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear number plate lamp not working

rear reg plate size on limit

Pass 10 Apr 2017 28,982 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 28,126 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 25,380 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2014 22,536 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 May 2014 22,536 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 21,280 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 20,342 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 17,933 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 17,933 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 1 May 2009 16,287 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2008 13,615 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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KE05 EKK is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 KE05 EKK, 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 KE05 EKK registered?

KE05 EKK is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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The MOT history for KE05 EKK shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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