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VX05 UGB

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,600 mi
Last recorded55,600 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 55,600 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 55,379 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 53,735 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Dec 2023 53,735 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 52,762 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 51,562 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 48,712 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 43,617 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 39,825 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2018 39,825 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 36,607 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 36,607 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 32,790 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 28,302 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

minor bind on rear wheel

Fail 5 Sep 2015 28,302 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

minor bind on rear wheel

Pass 6 Sep 2014 23,553 miles

front and rear pads getting low

o/s headlight slightly high

Fail 14 Sep 2013 15,131 miles

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 15,131 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 6,100 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 2,872 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 2,760 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 2,760 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 2,464 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 2,079 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 UGB is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UGB, 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 UGB registered?

VX05 UGB is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 6 July 2005.

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