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VX05 MPO

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,357 mi
Last recorded41,357 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2021 41,357 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 41,256 miles

free play in front brake lever - brake performance very good -

Pass 23 Jul 2018 39,745 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 36,679 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2017 36,679 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 33,939 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 33,939 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 31,010 miles

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

Rear suspension operation slightly stiff.

Pass 24 Jul 2014 27,901 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2014 27,901 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 22,999 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 17,611 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 12,418 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 6,110 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 6,110 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2010 6,110 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 3,448 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 2,287 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 MPO is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 MPO, 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 MPO registered?

VX05 MPO is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 27 May 2005.

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