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BX05 VHY

2005 Triumph Speed Triple 1050

Grey Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

25,312 mi
Last recorded25,312 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple 105010,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 VHY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple 1050
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 25,312 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 24,767 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Apr 2025 24,759 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 24,428 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Headlamp bracket damaged, cracked

Fail 10 Apr 2024 24,428 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp bracket damaged, cracked

Pass 14 Apr 2023 23,948 miles

Headlamp bracket cracked

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 23,246 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 22,744 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 22,744 miles

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 16,927 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 15,203 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 15,203 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 13,239 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 12,133 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 11,078 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 10,438 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 9,842 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 8,939 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 6,481 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple 1050?

Based on 7,322 MOT tests across 729 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
788
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
729
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 55
reflector on motorcycle missing 33
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 25
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
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BX05 VHY is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple 1050 in Grey with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Speed Triple 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 10,958 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 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX05 VHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX05 VHY registered?

BX05 VHY is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple 1050, first registered on 12 April 2005.

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