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LX55 ETA

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Yellow Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

36,066 mi
Last recorded36,066 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 ETA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 36,066 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 35,978 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 35,915 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 35,864 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 35,737 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 35,336 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 34,883 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 May 2021 34,883 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 33,688 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 31,748 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 29,333 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 28,726 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 26,166 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 23,208 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 23,208 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 20,332 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2013 14,631 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 14,631 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 9,802 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 5,481 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 5,056 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2008 3,206 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 ETA is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Yellow with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 ETA, 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 ETA registered?

LX55 ETA is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 October 2005.

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The MOT history for LX55 ETA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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