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DX05 LWD

2005 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

34,647 mi
Last recorded34,647 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speedmaster10,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 LWD
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 34,647 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 34,647 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 May 2025 33,327 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 30,170 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 29,754 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 29,240 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 28,592 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 28,592 miles

Central Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2020 28,137 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 27,117 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 26,219 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 25,963 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 25,963 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 19,959 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
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DX05 LWD is a 2005 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DX05 LWD, 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 DX05 LWD?

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What year was DX05 LWD registered?

DX05 LWD is a 2005 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 3 May 2005.

Is DX05 LWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 LWD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DX05 LWD have outstanding finance?

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