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WU54 GXW

2005 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,234 mi
Last recorded5,234 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Thruxton7,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU54 GXW
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 5,234 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 4,815 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 4,792 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 4,561 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 4,021 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 3,958 miles

Bike is fitted with aftermarket silencers but is not excessively loud

Pass 21 Mar 2017 3,851 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2017 3,851 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 3,698 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 3,425 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

gators fitted cannot check fork seals

Pass 21 Mar 2014 3,188 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 3,005 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 2,834 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 2,595 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 2,311 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 2,311 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

How Reliable is the Triumph Thruxton?

Based on 30,642 MOT tests across 4,139 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
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WU54 GXW is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Thruxton models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 7,888 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 Thruxton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WU54 GXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thruxton typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Thruxton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU54 GXW registered?

WU54 GXW is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 1 February 2005.

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The MOT history for WU54 GXW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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