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LX55 ETD

2005 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

58,319 mi
Last recorded58,319 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 ETD
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 58,319 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2026 58,319 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 56,591 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 55,670 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 53,994 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 53,994 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 51,837 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 51,011 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 51,011 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2017 48,825 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 46,512 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 44,862 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 11 Feb 2015 44,862 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 44,572 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 Oct 2013 44,549 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 41,471 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 38,982 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 35,736 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 27,285 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2008 27,285 miles

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

Rear 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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LX55 ETD is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LX55 ETD, 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 LX55 ETD registered?

LX55 ETD is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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