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YJ05 GNK

2005 Triumph Sprint

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

17,392 mi
Last recorded17,392 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Triumph Sprint21,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 GNK
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2018 17,392 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 17,390 miles

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

fairing loose

Pass 1 Dec 2017 17,369 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 17,369 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 17,170 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 16,681 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 16,674 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 16,470 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 15,479 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2013 14,993 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Floating Brake Disc rivots slightly worn.

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 14,738 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 11,964 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 11,641 miles

Centre Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2008 10,908 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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YJ05 GNK 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 78.6%.

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 YJ05 GNK, 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 YJ05 GNK registered?

YJ05 GNK is a 2005 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 7 April 2005.

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