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OU55 AVT

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,523 mi
Last recorded8,523 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 AVT
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 8,523 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 8,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 8,057 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 7,704 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 7,243 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 7,243 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 May 2018 6,860 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 26 May 2017 5,570 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 5,570 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 5,023 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 4,174 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 3,193 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 3,193 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2012 2,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 2,178 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 197,409 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 1,316 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 994 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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OU55 AVT 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 77.8%.

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 OU55 AVT, 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 OU55 AVT registered?

OU55 AVT is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is OU55 AVT safe to buy?

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