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LJ05 ENL

2005 Triumph Sprint

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

40,353 mi
Last recorded40,353 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 ENL
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 40,353 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit O/S front brake pads work close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 31 Aug 2023 40,353 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested Unable to test due to headlamps not working (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Dipped beam not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam Main beam not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit O/S front brake pads work close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 35,308 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2020 35,011 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 35,005 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2018 34,928 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 33,517 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn Front disc bobbins worn due to incorrect wheel/caliper fitment (3.2.A1l)

Front Front brakes binding slightly

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 32,908 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight part (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Jul 2016 32,905 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive tight part (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 31,801 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 29,949 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside rear indicator lens damaged

Fail 2 Jul 2013 29,949 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside rear indicator lens damaged

Pass 4 Apr 2012 24,428 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 20,895 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 16,870 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 11,621 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 9,079 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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LJ05 ENL is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LJ05 ENL, 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 LJ05 ENL registered?

LJ05 ENL is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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