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OU05 MHE

2005 Triumph Thruxton

Yellow Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,348 mi
Last recorded24,348 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Thruxton7,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 MHE
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 24,348 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 17,269 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 16,398 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 12,393 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 12,393 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 9,030 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 6,120 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 5,990 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 5,747 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 4,688 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 4,547 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 4,259 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 MHE is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton in Yellow with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MHE, 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

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What year was OU05 MHE registered?

OU05 MHE is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 9 August 2005.

Is OU05 MHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 MHE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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