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VX05 SSZ

2005 Triumph Speed Master 865

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

24,036 mi
Last recorded24,036 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Speed Master 86511,079 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 SSZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master 865
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 24,036 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2025 23,530 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 23,240 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 22,869 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2021 21,818 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 21,283 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 21,283 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 24 May 2019 19,939 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 17,896 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 15,365 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 15,088 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 15,056 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 15,056 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 14,923 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 13,714 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 12,829 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 12,825 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 31 May 2011 12,656 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 12,017 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 12,007 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 10,994 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 10,994 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 9,383 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Master 865?

Based on 7,204 MOT tests across 588 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
638
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
588
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 53
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 38
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Headlamp aim too high 15
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VX05 SSZ is a 2005 Triumph Speed Master 865 in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Speed Master 865 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 11,079 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 865 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 SSZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Master 865 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Speed Master 865 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX05 SSZ registered?

VX05 SSZ is a 2005 Triumph Speed Master 865, first registered on 1 July 2005.

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The MOT history for VX05 SSZ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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