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GK05 GCZ

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

29,256 mi
Last recorded29,256 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 GCZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 29,256 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 29,090 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 28,877 miles

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Small Dink in front wheel (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 28,877 miles

Front small dent in front wheel

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 28,155 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim two small dents (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2022 28,154 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel excessively damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel excessively damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible empty (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 26,749 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 26,280 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2019 26,261 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 May 2018 26,079 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 25,260 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 23,782 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2015 19,322 miles

Exhaust markings covered

Pass 24 May 2014 18,545 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 16,183 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 15,781 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 15,649 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 13,554 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 11,873 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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GK05 GCZ is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GK05 GCZ, 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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GK05 GCZ is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 13 April 2005.

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