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WA05 MRX

2005 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,241 mi
Last recorded54,241 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 MRX
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 54,241 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 54,241 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested Battery Failed (4.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 54,212 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 53,509 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 52,849 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 52,841 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied fouling on the frame. (1.1.2 (d))

Upper Fork yoke insecure nut loose (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 52,006 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 49,319 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2019 47,377 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 43,776 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 42,089 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 40,220 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 39,043 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 34,708 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Two different handlebars fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2013 33,277 miles

front tyre low on tread

Pass 28 Jun 2012 29,961 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

dip beam headlamp lens cracked

horn getting weak

Pass 28 Jun 2011 27,410 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

slight run out on front brake

Pass 9 Jul 2010 26,981 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 26,449 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 22,571 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 MRX is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WA05 MRX, 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 WA05 MRX registered?

WA05 MRX is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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