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OU05 HVR

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,365 mi
Last recorded21,365 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 21,365 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 20,914 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2024 20,733 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2022 19,308 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 24 Mar 2021 19,165 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2021 19,165 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 18,007 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 17,325 miles

Rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 8 Sep 2016 16,638 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 15,483 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 14,648 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 13,971 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 13,560 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 12,819 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 11,589 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 10,375 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 May 2009 10,375 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 7,290 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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OU05 HVR is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OU05 HVR, 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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What year was OU05 HVR registered?

OU05 HVR is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 14 May 2005.

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