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DK08 CHZ

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,134 mi
Last recorded20,134 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 CHZ
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 20,134 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 19,593 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 19,348 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 18,612 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 16,429 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 16,422 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2018 15,943 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 14,293 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 9 May 2017 14,293 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 3 May 2017 14,259 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 May 2016 13,029 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 11,671 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 May 2013 10,080 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 May 2013 10,080 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 10,080 miles

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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DK08 CHZ is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK08 CHZ, 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 DK08 CHZ registered?

DK08 CHZ is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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