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MX55 GKV

2005 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

28,347 mi
Last recorded28,347 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX55 GKV
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 28,347 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 27,293 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 26,582 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 25,371 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 24,220 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 20,855 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2018 20,855 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2017 18,040 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 17,122 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 16,191 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 15,353 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 13,025 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 13,025 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 10,118 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 8,862 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 7,081 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 4,646 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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MX55 GKV is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MX55 GKV, 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 MX55 GKV registered?

MX55 GKV is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is MX55 GKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX55 GKV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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