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OU05 AYF

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,957 mi
Last recorded24,957 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 AYF
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 24,957 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 24,926 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 24,049 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2023 24,049 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 May 2022 23,575 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 22,407 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 21,886 miles
Fail 1 May 2020 21,873 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2019 18,985 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 14,415 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 13,922 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2014 13,097 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 13,097 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 11,794 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 11,302 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 8,976 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 8,974 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 6,105 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 6,105 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 5,237 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 5,237 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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OU05 AYF is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 OU05 AYF, 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

How do I check the history of OU05 AYF?

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What year was OU05 AYF registered?

OU05 AYF is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 April 2005.

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The MOT history for OU05 AYF shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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