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DX05 CEF

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

38,794 mi
Last recorded38,794 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 CEF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 38,794 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 38,683 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2021 38,225 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2020 36,772 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 36,742 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 36,712 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 34,494 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 May 2016 31,579 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 27,717 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 May 2014 24,041 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 22,390 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 22,377 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 20,333 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 18,195 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 15,762 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 14,136 miles
Fail 17 May 2009 14,136 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 May 2008 11,721 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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DX05 CEF is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DX05 CEF, 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 DX05 CEF registered?

DX05 CEF is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is DX05 CEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 CEF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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