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LX55 BUF

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

38,510 mi
Last recorded38,510 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 38,510 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion n/s + o/s fork seals (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Sep 2017 38,509 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion n/s + o/s fork seals (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 36,273 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just above 1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 6 Sep 2016 36,228 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just above 1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 31,270 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 27,209 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 27,182 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 22,687 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 18,850 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 14,439 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Apr 2011 14,426 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 10,220 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 8,368 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 BUF is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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

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