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VX05 MLU

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

15,688 mi
Last recorded15,688 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 15,688 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 14,337 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 14,130 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2024 14,130 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2023 13,629 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 13,482 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2020 13,094 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 12,619 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 10,653 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 9,858 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 9,858 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 8,634 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 8,115 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 7,367 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 7,367 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 6,701 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 6,743 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 4,328 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 2,547 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 1,914 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 1,914 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 MLU is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 MLU, 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 MLU registered?

VX05 MLU is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 6 May 2005.

Is VX05 MLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 MLU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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