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LJ05 OMW

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,853 mi
Last recorded17,853 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ05 OMW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 17,853 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 17,112 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 16,969 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 16,846 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 16,780 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 16,484 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 15,715 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 15,649 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 15,649 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 14,188 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 14,053 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 13,888 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 13,760 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 13,575 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 13,097 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 12,579 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 12,579 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2008 9,933 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 OMW 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 LJ05 OMW, 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 OMW registered?

LJ05 OMW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 29 April 2005.

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