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ST53 DLS

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,624 mi
Last recorded52,624 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST53 DLS
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 52,624 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 51,539 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 49,327 miles
Fail 2 May 2024 49,327 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2023 45,869 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 12 May 2021 44,278 miles
Pass 1 May 2020 43,494 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 42,029 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 40,513 miles

slight radial movement in front brake discs

Pass 2 Mar 2017 38,997 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 34,928 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 32,636 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 29,646 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 29,646 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2013 26,301 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 19,705 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 17,239 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2011 14,629 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 11,315 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 10,650 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))

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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ST53 DLS is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ST53 DLS, 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 ST53 DLS registered?

ST53 DLS is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 26 April 2005.

Is ST53 DLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST53 DLS shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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