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WX05 VBE

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

39,348 mi
Last recorded39,348 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 VBE
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 39,348 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 36,260 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 31,269 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 27,654 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 27,654 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 26,199 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 26,155 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 26,155 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2019 26,153 miles

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

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2018 25,977 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 25,357 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 25,357 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute ALL (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 25,350 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 24,929 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front front brakes are binding slightly

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear pads getting low (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 May 2014 22,895 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 22,884 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 16,199 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 16,199 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2012 13,117 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 13,031 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 12,354 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2008 10,763 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 VBE is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VBE, 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 VBE registered?

WX05 VBE is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is WX05 VBE safe to buy?

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