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MX05 UZM

2005 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,787 mi
Last recorded42,787 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Thruxton7,888 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 UZM
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 42,787 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2025 42,787 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 42,234 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 41,712 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 40,690 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 40,667 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Wheel spoke slightly loose some front wheel spokes slightly loose, require retentioning (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 40,589 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 40,569 miles

Brake excessively binding REAR BRAKE BINDING (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim not tested HEADLAMP BULB INCORRECTLY FITTED. BEAM CANNOT BE TESTED (4.1.2 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2017 39,899 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 34,941 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2016 34,941 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front switch (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 27,109 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 21,834 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 14,006 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 13,104 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 11,565 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 10,526 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 9,651 miles
Fail 1 May 2009

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 3 May 2008 8,137 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Thruxton?

Based on 30,642 MOT tests across 4,139 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
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MX05 UZM is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Thruxton models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 7,888 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 Thruxton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX05 UZM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thruxton typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Thruxton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX05 UZM registered?

MX05 UZM is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is MX05 UZM safe to buy?

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