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BX05 VKE

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

16,280 mi
Last recorded16,280 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 16,280 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2026 16,280 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2025 15,974 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 14,686 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 13,893 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 13,893 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 13,040 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 13,040 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2019 11,554 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 11,554 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2018 10,786 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2017 10,728 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 9,842 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. slight flat spot. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 9,707 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 9,551 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 9,226 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 4 May 2012 9,055 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 8,672 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 7,995 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 7,291 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2009 7,291 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 5,713 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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 VKE is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 VKE, 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 BX05 VKE registered?

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

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The MOT history for BX05 VKE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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