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TR05 SPR

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

47,530 mi
Last recorded47,530 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTR05 SPR
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 47,530 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 46,333 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 45,070 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 43,275 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

REAR AXLE HAS SLIGHT PLAY

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 39,812 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 39,812 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 39,800 miles

front brake disc bobbins worn

Fail 28 Jul 2020 39,800 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

front brake disc bobbins worn

Pass 11 Jul 2019 39,795 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit one pad wearing thin (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside foot rest broken

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

oil leak (oil cooler)

Fail 11 Jul 2019 39,795 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit one pad wearing thin (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside foot rest broken

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

oil leak (oil cooler)

Pass 22 Jun 2018 39,638 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2018 39,637 miles

Rear Brake caliper operating mechanism has excessive travel binding after being applied when rear wheel is raised off ground (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2017 38,754 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 35,686 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 31,593 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 28,457 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 24,521 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 22,338 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Mar 2011 20,284 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 17,629 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 15,139 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 13,013 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 13,007 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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TR05 SPR is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 TR05 SPR, 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 TR05 SPR registered?

TR05 SPR is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is TR05 SPR safe to buy?

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