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OU55 AWF

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,483 mi
Last recorded26,483 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 22 May 2026 26,483 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 24,182 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 24,163 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2024 18,965 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 16,180 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2022 15,527 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 14,432 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 14,364 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 14,364 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 14,178 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 14,161 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 14,040 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 14,023 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 13,862 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 13,862 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 13,544 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 12,903 miles

front brake has slight drag

Pass 3 Jun 2010 5,168 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 1,303 miles

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

Fail 7 Mar 2009 1,271 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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 AWF is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AWF, 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 OU55 AWF registered?

OU55 AWF is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 8 November 2005.

Is OU55 AWF safe to buy?

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