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VX05 SUU

2005 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,676 mi
Last recorded36,676 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 SUU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 36,676 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 35,147 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2017 34,152 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 4 Aug 2017 34,152 miles

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 31,641 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 31,608 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 24,945 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 19,775 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 19,166 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 17,511 miles

Number plate light out

Pass 14 Apr 2011 15,790 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 13,664 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 11,237 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 9,558 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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VX05 SUU is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VX05 SUU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX05 SUU registered?

VX05 SUU is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is VX05 SUU safe to buy?

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