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PLZ 4740

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Yellow Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

4,899 mi
Last recorded4,899 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLZ 4740
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 4,899 miles
Fail 9 May 2026 4,899 miles

Nearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 4,814 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 4,731 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2024 4,731 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 30,539 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Inner Wheel hub worn, but not excessively (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 30,284 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 29,850 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 29,524 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2020 29,524 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 May 2019 29,228 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 May 2019 29,127 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 26,829 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 2,677 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour Blue Bulbs gives blue light. (1.2.1)

Offside Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low Needs to be topped up. (3.2.B1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 24,399 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 24,398 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 23,230 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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PLZ 4740 is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Yellow with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 PLZ 4740, 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 PLZ 4740 registered?

PLZ 4740 is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 7 July 2005.

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