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OU05 HWA

2005 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,421 mi
Last recorded37,421 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 HWA
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 37,421 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 33,868 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 33,577 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 31,763 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 31,763 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2019 30,852 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 26 Sep 2019 30,852 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 31 May 2018 29,143 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 26,762 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 21,486 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 14,182 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 11,481 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 9,103 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 6,844 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 6,797 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 4,090 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 891 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 89 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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OU05 HWA is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OU05 HWA, 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 OU05 HWA registered?

OU05 HWA is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 25 June 2005.

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The MOT history for OU05 HWA shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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