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BX05 VHZ

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

18,878 mi
Last recorded18,878 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 VHZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 18,878 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 18,706 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 18,706 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 17,949 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2021 17,942 miles

Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 17,632 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 May 2019 15,608 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 14,066 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 14,054 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 May 2017 12,552 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 11,987 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 11,987 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 6,213 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 5,399 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 5,341 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 5,341 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 3,536 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 1,879 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 318 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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BX05 VHZ is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 BX05 VHZ, 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 BX05 VHZ registered?

BX05 VHZ is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 4 March 2005.

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