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R8 LBT

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

10,072 mi
Last recorded10,072 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2014
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 LBT
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2014 10,072 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 9,227 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 9,222 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 9,222 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 7,107 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 7,107 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 6,254 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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R8 LBT is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R8 LBT, 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 R8 LBT registered?

R8 LBT is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is R8 LBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 LBT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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