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VX54 TXO

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

72,239 mi
Last recorded72,239 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX54 TXO
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 72,239 miles

Drive chain slightly tight SLIGHT TIGHT SPOT ON ROATATION (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced SOME LEDS NOT ILLUMINATING (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning SOME LEDS NOT ILLUMINATING (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 70,867 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 3 Nov 2023 70,677 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 67,343 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2019 67,319 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2018 62,018 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2018 61,995 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2017 59,104 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2017 59,082 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 17 May 2016 52,901 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 52,901 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 43,427 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 43,377 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 37,595 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 34,875 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 26,667 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 20,087 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2010 20,003 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Rear swinging arm bearings have slight play.

Pass 4 Mar 2009 16,797 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Mar 2009 16,797 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 12,980 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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VX54 TXO 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 61.9%.

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 VX54 TXO, 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 VX54 TXO registered?

VX54 TXO is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 22 February 2005.

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