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WU05 ESG

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 ESG
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2024

No lights fitted at time of re-test day time MOT only

Fail 11 May 2024 41,443 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Front nose cone insecure

Pass 22 Apr 2023 40,211 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 40,018 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2020 39,998 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 May 2019 39,699 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 38,900 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 38,005 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 34,154 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 32,067 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 29,195 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 28,099 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 26,336 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 25,494 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 20,866 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 15,434 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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WU05 ESG 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 87.5%.

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 WU05 ESG, 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 WU05 ESG registered?

WU05 ESG is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is WU05 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 ESG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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