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LX05 FVC

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

9,309 mi
Last recorded9,309 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX05 FVC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 9,309 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 8,397 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 8,368 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2018 8,350 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2018 8,349 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 7,357 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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))

Pass 31 Aug 2016 6,682 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 6,673 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 5,621 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 5,583 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 5,582 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2012 4,910 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 4,827 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 4,022 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 3,617 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 3,213 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 3,213 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 FVC is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 FVC, 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 FVC registered?

LX05 FVC is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is LX05 FVC safe to buy?

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