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VU06 LVS

2006 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2024
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

25,955 mi
Last recorded25,955 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Triumph Sprint20,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 LVS
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 25,955 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 25,944 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 25,806 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 25,709 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 25,709 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2017 23,092 miles

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

Front advise brake service

Rear advise brake service

Fail 26 Jun 2017 23,092 miles

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

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

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

Front advise brake service

Rear advise brake service

Pass 13 Aug 2013 21,824 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 21,810 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 20,389 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

o/s lower fairing mount broken

Fail 15 Apr 2011 20,389 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Clutch Dragging,Needs Adjusting

Drive Chain Dry,Starting To Develop Tight Spots

Rear Brake Starting To Bind

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 10,401 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 8,129 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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VU06 LVS is a 2006 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,441 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 VU06 LVS, 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 20 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 VU06 LVS registered?

VU06 LVS is a 2006 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 April 2006.

Is VU06 LVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU06 LVS shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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