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VX05 GFE

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,388 mi
Last recorded16,388 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 GFE
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 16,388 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2024 16,388 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2015 16,197 miles

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

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

front tyre wearing uneven

Pass 20 May 2014 7,776 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 7,659 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 6,212 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 5,700 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 5,700 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 3,275 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 3,268 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 2,494 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 763 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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VX05 GFE is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VX05 GFE, 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 VX05 GFE registered?

VX05 GFE is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 11 March 2005.

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The MOT history for VX05 GFE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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