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BX05 VKV

2005 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,218 mi
Last recorded21,218 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Triumph Thruxton7,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 VKV
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 21,218 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 20,997 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 20,650 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 20,185 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 20,103 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 17,791 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))

Fail 3 May 2011 17,781 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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 1 May 2010 14,927 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 11,707 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 8,933 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))

How Reliable is the Triumph Thruxton?

Based on 30,642 MOT tests across 4,139 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
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BX05 VKV is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Thruxton models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 7,888 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Thruxton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX05 VKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thruxton typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Thruxton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX05 VKV registered?

BX05 VKV is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 6 May 2005.

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