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RK05 DFF

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,485 mi
Last recorded4,485 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK05 DFF
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 4,485 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 4,426 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 3,439 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2015 3,073 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 May 2015 3,073 miles

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 May 2014 2,025 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 1,872 miles

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear light lens loose

Fail 2 Apr 2013 25,692 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 25,692 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 23,475 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 20,175 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2011 20,172 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 15,820 miles

rear disc worn

Pass 1 Jun 2009 12,933 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Jun 2009 12,933 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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RK05 DFF is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RK05 DFF, 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 RK05 DFF registered?

RK05 DFF is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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