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OU55 CWG

2005 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

7,297 mi
Last recorded7,297 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Thruxton7,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU55 CWG
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 7,297 miles

FOR DAY TIME USE ONLY(LIGHTS TAPED UP)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 7,210 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

all lights masked off daylight hours mot.

Fail 23 Mar 2022 7,209 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))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

all lights masked off daylight hours mot.

Shock absorber likely to become detached rear shocker top bolts loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jul 2021 7,152 miles

All direction indicators missing all missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear 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))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate incorrect incorrect colour and size (0.1 (c))

no mirrors fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2018 6,368 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 4,846 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 4,537 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 4,087 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2009 3,840 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 3,840 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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OU55 CWG is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 OU55 CWG, 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 OU55 CWG registered?

OU55 CWG is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 1 November 2005.

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