CarVerify

Free Car Check

DK05 BKY

2005 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

22,230 mi
Last recorded22,230 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speedmaster10,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 BKY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 22,230 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2026 22,230 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 21,108 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Fail 25 Feb 2025 21,108 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working front switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 20,535 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 20,453 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 19,168 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 17,900 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 16,975 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 16,975 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 14,836 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 13,118 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 12,817 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 11,936 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 11,936 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 11,621 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 10,799 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 10,179 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 9,887 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 9,261 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 8,117 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Nov 2008 6,804 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedmaster?

Based on 12,407 MOT tests across 1,030 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
657
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 65
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 32
Full Triumph Speedmaster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DK05 BKY is a 2005 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Speedmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 10,078 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 Speedmaster fails its MOT is exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK05 BKY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speedmaster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Speedmaster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DK05 BKY?

You can check the full history of DK05 BKY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DK05 BKY registered?

DK05 BKY is a 2005 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 28 April 2005.

Is DK05 BKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 BKY 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.

Does DK05 BKY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DK05 BKY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.