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AE08 CHC

2008 Triumph Speedmaster

Red Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,256 mi
Last recorded28,256 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speedmaster9,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 CHC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 28,256 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 27,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Apr 2025 27,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 26,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Apr 2023 26,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 25,236 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 23,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 21,221 miles

Exhaust noisy

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

Pass 24 May 2017 18,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear number plate

Fail 24 May 2017 18,693 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2016 14,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 9,919 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 9,667 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 9,240 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 7,106 miles

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedmaster?

Based on 12,407 MOT tests across 1,030 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
657
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 65
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 32
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AE08 CHC is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster in Red with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Speedmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 9,758 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 Speedmaster fails its MOT is exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE08 CHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speedmaster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Speedmaster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE08 CHC registered?

AE08 CHC is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AE08 CHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 CHC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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