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OU05 KGX

2005 Triumph Thruxton

Blue Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,730 mi
Last recorded22,730 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Thruxton7,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 KGX
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 22,730 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 22,677 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 22,674 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 21,181 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 20,819 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 17,824 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 15,713 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2019 14,345 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 12,926 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 12 kgf deflection front disc (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 11,836 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 9,532 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 13 kgf deflection front discs (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 Oct 2016 9,532 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 13 kgf deflection front discs (3.3.A1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly hangs up on lock (6.2.1f)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 9,253 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 7,619 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 5,790 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 4,370 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Thruxton?

Based on 30,642 MOT tests across 4,139 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
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OU05 KGX is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton in Blue with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Thruxton models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 7,888 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 Thruxton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU05 KGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thruxton typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Thruxton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OU05 KGX?

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What year was OU05 KGX registered?

OU05 KGX is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 18 June 2005.

Is OU05 KGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 KGX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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