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SF05 EKO

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

16,615 mi
Last recorded16,615 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF05 EKO
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 16,615 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 16,562 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 May 2024 16,562 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 15,828 miles

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

Fail 20 Apr 2023 15,828 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 15,569 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 15,564 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2020 15,466 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 14,443 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 14,431 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 14,390 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 14,275 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 14,057 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 12,953 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 12,668 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 12,444 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 11,548 miles

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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SF05 EKO is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 SF05 EKO, 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 SF05 EKO registered?

SF05 EKO is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is SF05 EKO safe to buy?

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