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WX05 TCU

2005 Triumph Sprint

Red Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

41,431 mi
Last recorded41,431 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 TCU
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 41,431 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 38,404 miles

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

Stop lamp lens cracked

Pass 7 Oct 2022 34,037 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 34,018 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 30,802 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 26,417 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 17,735 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 17,497 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2018 17,497 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 16,067 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 13,599 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 10,428 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 6,261 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 5,672 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 5,672 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 4,530 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 3,458 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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WX05 TCU is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Red with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WX05 TCU, 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 WX05 TCU registered?

WX05 TCU is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 July 2005.

Is WX05 TCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX05 TCU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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