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VX05 MPZ

2005 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

31,302 mi
Last recorded31,302 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Triple13,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 31,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 31,197 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 31,197 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 31,021 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 30,109 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2022 30,109 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 27,625 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 26,811 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2020 26,811 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 26,611 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Jul 2019 26,611 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 25,657 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 24,395 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 23,501 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 18,460 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 13,699 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 10,364 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 7,158 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 5,788 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 3,523 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 3,110 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 MPZ 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 81%.

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 MPZ, 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 MPZ registered?

VX05 MPZ is a 2005 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 5 May 2005.

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