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AY05 DTU

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

18,789 mi
Last recorded18,789 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 DTU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 18,789 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 16,963 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2024 16,957 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2021 16,945 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 16,884 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 16,676 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 16,417 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 15,463 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 13,703 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 12,470 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 10,940 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2013 10,037 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 10,037 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 25 May 2012 9,305 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 8,634 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 8,634 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 7,892 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 7,535 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 6,475 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 6,475 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 DTU is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DTU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY05 DTU registered?

AY05 DTU is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is AY05 DTU safe to buy?

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