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VX05 MSU

2005 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,181 mi
Last recorded14,181 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speedmaster10,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 MSU
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 14,181 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute all (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit close (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 13,177 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 998 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 998 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 274 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 273 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 429 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 7,527 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 7,527 miles

Brake component insecure rear yolk nut loose (1.1.21 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 7,224 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 6,927 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 6,067 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 5,264 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 3,451 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 3,430 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 3,430 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedmaster?

Based on 12,407 MOT tests across 1,030 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
657
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 65
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 32
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VX05 MSU is a 2005 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Speedmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 10,078 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 Speedmaster fails its MOT is exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 MSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speedmaster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Speedmaster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX05 MSU registered?

VX05 MSU is a 2005 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is VX05 MSU safe to buy?

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