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OU55 AVJ

2005 Triumph Sprint

Maroon Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,959 mi
Last recorded28,959 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 AVJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2024 28,959 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 28,473 miles

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

Fail 22 Feb 2023 28,473 miles

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

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 28,144 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 27,747 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 27,028 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 24,649 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 22,314 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 21,890 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 21,322 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 21,322 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 16 Jun 2014 20,041 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 19,527 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2011 17,768 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2010 12,888 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 12,888 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 9,786 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 6,838 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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OU55 AVJ is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Maroon with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OU55 AVJ, 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 OU55 AVJ registered?

OU55 AVJ is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 24 September 2005.

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