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YJ05 GRX

2005 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

8,801 mi
Last recorded8,801 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Thruxton7,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 GRX
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 8,801 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 8,470 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 8,467 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 8,403 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 8,401 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 8,399 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 8,315 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 8,275 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 8,178 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 8,178 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 8,176 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 8,174 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 7,065 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 6,905 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 6,898 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 6,762 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 6,518 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 5,919 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 5,440 miles

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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YJ05 GRX is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 YJ05 GRX, 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 YJ05 GRX registered?

YJ05 GRX is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is YJ05 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ05 GRX shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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