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WX55 DFC

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

25,399 mi
Last recorded25,399 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 DFC
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 25,399 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2025 25,381 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2024 25,335 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 25,224 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 24,006 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 22,259 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2020 21,845 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 21,084 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 20,436 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 18,790 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 14,852 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 13,976 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 13,181 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 11,403 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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WX55 DFC is a 2005 Triumph Sprint in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WX55 DFC, 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 WX55 DFC registered?

WX55 DFC is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 15 September 2005.

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