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WA05 GXJ

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

22,530 mi
Last recorded22,530 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 GXJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 22,530 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 22,456 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread depth between 1.6 & 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Pillion footrest heal plate loose

Pass 2 Oct 2020 22,346 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 22,344 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2019 21,691 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 21,163 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 21,163 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 19,870 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 19,870 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 19,514 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 17,064 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 16,927 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 16,655 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 15,728 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 14,180 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 12,100 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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WA05 GXJ is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WA05 GXJ, 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 WA05 GXJ registered?

WA05 GXJ is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 29 June 2005.

Is WA05 GXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA05 GXJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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