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AY08 HBK

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

16,818 mi
Last recorded16,818 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 HBK
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 16,818 miles
Pass 12 May 2025 15,620 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 14,729 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 14,227 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 13,262 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 13,189 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 12,914 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 12,119 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 11,174 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 10,476 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 10,167 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 9,578 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 8,840 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 7,663 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 6,464 miles

Presented with only single seat. Pillion footrests removed.

Fail 3 Aug 2012 6,337 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Presented with only single seat. Pillion footrests removed.

Pass 10 Aug 2011 5,490 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Triple?

Based on 90,583 MOT tests across 8,756 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,756
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 724
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 359
reflector on motorcycle missing 285
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 269
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 237
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AY08 HBK is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Speed Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 12,448 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Speed Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 724 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY08 HBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Speed Triple is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY08 HBK registered?

AY08 HBK is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 14 August 2008.

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The MOT history for AY08 HBK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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