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VX05 GKA

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

12,925 mi
Last recorded12,925 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 12,925 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 21,914 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 20,705 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 20,610 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 20,465 miles

Offside Front Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 20,155 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 19,885 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 19,632 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 4 Jun 2013 19,632 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 May 2012 19,151 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2011 18,724 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 17,525 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 15,939 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 14,441 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 GKA is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VX05 GKA, 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 VX05 GKA registered?

VX05 GKA is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 25 March 2005.

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