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AY05 DLU

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,816 mi
Last recorded16,816 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 DLU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 16,816 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 16,278 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 16,080 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 15,698 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 15,361 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 15,048 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Early signs of front brake bind.

Pass 11 May 2019 12,647 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2019 12,606 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2018 10,988 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 8,387 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2016 7,646 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 6,281 miles

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

offside front suspension leg spindle clamp incorrectly positioned resulting in poor caliper clearance

Fail 11 May 2009 6,281 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

offside front suspension leg spindle clamp incorrectly positioned resulting in poor caliper clearance

Pass 10 May 2008 4,442 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?

Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,756
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 724
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 359
reflector on motorcycle missing 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
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AY05 DLU is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 13,399 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY05 DLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY05 DLU registered?

AY05 DLU is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is AY05 DLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 DLU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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