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MX05 VAY

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

39,931 mi
Last recorded39,931 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 VAY
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Apr 2015 39,931 miles

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 39,931 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 39,927 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2013 36,863 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 36,726 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 29,718 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 27,248 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 27,248 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 24,507 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 24,507 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2009 19,424 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 15,966 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 11,800 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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MX05 VAY is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 MX05 VAY, 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 MX05 VAY registered?

MX05 VAY is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is MX05 VAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX05 VAY shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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