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BU08 HMZ

2008 Triumph Speedmaster

Blue Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

19,696 mi
Last recorded19,696 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speedmaster9,758 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 HMZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 19,696 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit inner (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 15,884 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 20 Mar 2023 15,131 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 14,707 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre starting to get low (2mm). (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre starting to get low (2mm). (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 14,184 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 14,184 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding Rear brake binding - appears to be seized on pivot for rear brake pedal. (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 May 2019 13,165 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 11,897 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 10,793 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 9,793 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 9,793 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 6,803 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 6,673 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 6,570 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 6,069 miles

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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BU08 HMZ is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster in Blue with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BU08 HMZ, 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 BU08 HMZ registered?

BU08 HMZ is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is BU08 HMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 HMZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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