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LX55 BUE

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,832 mi
Last recorded26,832 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 BUE
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 26,832 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 24,021 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 21,575 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 21,539 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 21,430 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2021 21,430 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2019 21,391 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 18,553 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 15,715 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 11,435 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low pads also getting low but still ok (3.2.B1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 11,303 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 10,323 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 9,458 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 6 Mar 2010 9,458 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 7,762 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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LX55 BUE is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LX55 BUE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX55 BUE registered?

LX55 BUE is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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