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VX05 BCO

2005 Triumph Speed Master

Red Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

20,980 mi
Last recorded20,980 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Master11,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 BCO
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 20,980 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 20,557 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 20,372 miles

oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2023 19,762 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2022 17,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2021 14,458 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 14,456 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 14,206 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 13,821 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 13,821 miles

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

Fail 4 Aug 2018 13,602 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2017 12,507 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 12,507 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Central Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 10,988 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 10,980 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly not returning/sticking (6.2.1f)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 10,853 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Master?

Based on 3,811 MOT tests across 256 vehicles.

86.3%
Pass Rate
648
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
256
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 42
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 28
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 18
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
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VX05 BCO is a 2005 Triumph Speed Master in Red with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Speed Master models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 11,563 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 Master fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 BCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was VX05 BCO registered?

VX05 BCO is a 2005 Triumph Speed Master, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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