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OU05 KFX

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

30,598 mi
Last recorded30,598 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 30,598 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 29,442 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 27,955 miles

front brake pads becoming low

Pass 29 Mar 2023 26,479 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 26,479 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 25,142 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2021 24,800 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 20,037 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 19,173 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 19,030 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 18,097 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 13,505 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 13,500 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 12,589 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 12,578 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 11,723 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 9,693 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 9,685 miles

Rear Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 8,781 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 May 2011 5,486 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 3,159 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 2,908 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 2,193 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 KFX is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 KFX, 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

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What year was OU05 KFX registered?

OU05 KFX is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is OU05 KFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 KFX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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