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VX05 OKW

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,158 mi
Last recorded39,158 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 OKW
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 39,158 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 39,141 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 38,876 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2024 38,838 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 38,451 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 38,300 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 37,895 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 37,360 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 36,963 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 36,664 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Fail 14 Jun 2018 36,664 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 30 May 2017 36,298 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 36,121 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 35,496 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 34,911 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 32,787 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Sep 2012 32,780 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 31,445 miles

r/hand headlamp not working

Pass 9 Jul 2010 27,201 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 25,633 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 20,512 miles

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

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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VX05 OKW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VX05 OKW, 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 VX05 OKW registered?

VX05 OKW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 29 June 2005.

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