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VX05 SZW

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

31,332 mi
Last recorded31,332 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 31,332 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2026 31,296 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Mar 2025 29,658 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 27,170 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 24,108 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 20,833 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 19,753 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 19,086 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 18,159 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 16,670 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 15,331 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 15,026 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 14,689 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 14,286 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 13,630 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 12,901 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 4 Jan 2012 12,104 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 11,727 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 1,953 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 SZW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 VX05 SZW, 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 SZW registered?

VX05 SZW is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 9 July 2005.

Is VX05 SZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 SZW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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