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LJ55 HNV

2005 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

34,374 mi
Last recorded34,374 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 HNV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 34,374 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 33,914 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 32,377 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 31,613 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 30,882 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 30,152 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front tyre feels misshaped

fairings fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2018 28,104 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 24,343 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 21,360 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 241,236 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2014 15,131 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2013 12,271 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 8,798 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 8,414 miles

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

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2011 8,414 miles

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

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

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2010 7,036 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 5,885 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 4,724 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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LJ55 HNV is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Silver 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 LJ55 HNV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ55 HNV registered?

LJ55 HNV is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 September 2005.

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