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SN05 AKU

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

30,949 mi
Last recorded30,949 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN05 AKU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 30,949 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Aug 2025 30,949 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 28,324 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 26,547 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 25,750 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 24,663 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 22,961 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 22,174 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 20,889 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 19,062 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 16,514 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 14,273 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 12,613 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 10,061 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 7,480 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 5,303 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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SN05 AKU is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SN05 AKU, 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 SN05 AKU registered?

SN05 AKU is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 20 May 2005.

Is SN05 AKU safe to buy?

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