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CU05 EYV

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,602 mi
Last recorded43,602 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU05 EYV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 43,602 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 43,602 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 41,485 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 41,375 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 41,040 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 40,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 40,983 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 40,960 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 40,960 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 40,621 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 38,316 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 36,953 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2017 36,953 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 34,270 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 34,270 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 32,936 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 30,907 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 26,184 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 22,774 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 18,314 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 12,699 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 9,291 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 9,199 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 9,199 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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CU05 EYV is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CU05 EYV, 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 CU05 EYV registered?

CU05 EYV is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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