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GX05 FXJ

2005 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

20,290 mi
Last recorded20,290 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speedmaster10,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 FXJ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc
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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 20,290 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2025 20,285 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 20,210 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 19,737 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 18,480 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2016 14,349 miles

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 8,996 miles

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 27 Jul 2015 8,996 miles

Offside Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 16 Jun 2014 89,686 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2014 89,686 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 8,986 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 8,986 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2012 8,986 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 5 Apr 2012 8,986 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front mudguard missing

N/S rear footrest missing

Pass 7 Apr 2010 4,842 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 4,563 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 1,527 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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GX05 FXJ is a 2005 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 GX05 FXJ, 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.

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What year was GX05 FXJ registered?

GX05 FXJ is a 2005 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 7 April 2005.

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