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FX05 GYW

2005 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

18,820 mi
Last recorded18,820 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Thruxton7,888 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX05 GYW
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 18,820 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 18,433 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 18,155 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 17,647 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 16,875 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 15,989 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 15,373 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 14,648 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 13,822 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 12,988 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 12,954 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 12,625 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 11,741 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 11,702 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 11,036 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 10,680 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 9,749 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 8,822 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 7,937 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 6,994 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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FX05 GYW is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FX05 GYW, 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 FX05 GYW registered?

FX05 GYW is a 2005 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is FX05 GYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX05 GYW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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