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LX05 FVD

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

35,161 mi
Last recorded35,161 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 35,161 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 34,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Oct 2024 34,212 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Oct 2023 32,522 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 30,805 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 29,113 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Oct 2021 29,113 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 29,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2021 29,014 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2020 26,075 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 25,186 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 25,158 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 25,158 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 May 2017 24,212 miles

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

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

Pass 23 May 2016 23,127 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 18,443 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 17,934 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 17,541 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 15,152 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 May 2011 12,324 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 11,639 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 8,699 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2008 8,029 miles

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

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 FVD is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 FVD, 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 LX05 FVD registered?

LX05 FVD is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 14 June 2005.

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