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LX05 BBV

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

7,186 mi
Last recorded7,186 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 BBV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2024 7,186 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 53,288 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 53,288 miles

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.5.1b)

Pass 5 May 2016 50,179 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2016 50,179 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 45,738 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 45,738 miles

Offside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 42,543 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 42,543 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 39,049 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 3,877 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 31,790 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 29,093 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 May 2010 29,093 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 26,470 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 24,066 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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LX05 BBV is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LX05 BBV, 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 LX05 BBV registered?

LX05 BBV is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is LX05 BBV safe to buy?

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