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OU05 KGG

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,850 mi
Last recorded30,850 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 30,850 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 29,899 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 28,839 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy slight more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Mar 2023 28,839 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy slight more than std (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 27,705 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 24,848 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

motorcycle presented as single seat

Pass 31 Aug 2016 24,734 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 24,374 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2012 24,292 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 24,292 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 23 Jun 2011 23,836 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 23,836 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2010 22,279 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 May 2009 18,809 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 15,522 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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 KGG is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KGG, 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 KGG registered?

OU05 KGG is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 25 May 2005.

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