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NK05 OBT

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Yellow Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,132 mi
Last recorded25,132 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 OBT
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 25,132 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 24,561 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 24,394 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 24,338 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 23,642 miles

Exhaust noisy end cans (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 Sep 2020 23,642 miles

Brake component insecure brake pad pin missing clip (1.1.21 (c))

Brake lever not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Exhaust noisy end cans (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 21,574 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 21,480 miles

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

the motorcycle is fitted with non standard silencers which is not unreasonably louder than standard silencers

Pass 4 Sep 2017 20,919 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 20,298 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 8,220 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 18,313 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 18,313 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 16,952 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 14,379 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 13,240 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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NK05 OBT is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Yellow with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NK05 OBT, 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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NK05 OBT is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 22 July 2005.

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