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BU08 HNZ

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

25,512 mi
Last recorded25,512 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 HNZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 25,512 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 24,553 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 23,749 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2024 23,749 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 22,363 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 20,443 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 18,246 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 17,649 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 17,645 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 17,162 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 16,719 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 16,305 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 14,582 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 13,783 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 13,236 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 11,627 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 11,627 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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BU08 HNZ is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 BU08 HNZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU08 HNZ registered?

BU08 HNZ is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 6 May 2008.

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The MOT history for BU08 HNZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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