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MV05 ETK

2005 Triumph America

Red Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

5,246 mi
Last recorded5,246 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph America7,241 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 ETK
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 5,246 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 5,175 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 5,154 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 5,132 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 5,090 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 4,924 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 4,640 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 4,640 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 4,151 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2019 4,151 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 3,656 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 3,656 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2016 3,310 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2015 3,059 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Sep 2015 3,049 miles

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Headlamp missing (1.2.3a)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 2,697 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 2,397 miles

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

SLIGHT BINDING ON REAR BRAKE

Pass 13 Sep 2012 1,973 miles

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

Slight binding of rear barake

Pass 15 Sep 2011 1,697 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 673 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 165 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph America?

Based on 6,285 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
556
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
wheel bearings are excessively rough 11
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MV05 ETK is a 2005 Triumph America in Red with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2005 Triumph America models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 7,241 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 America fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV05 ETK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph America typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph America is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV05 ETK registered?

MV05 ETK is a 2005 Triumph America, first registered on 12 July 2005.

Is MV05 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 ETK shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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