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DK08 LLD

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

27,459 mi
Last recorded27,459 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 27,459 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 27,367 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 27,186 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 26,575 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 26,572 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 25,980 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 20,889 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 20,889 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 20,659 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 20,180 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 19,647 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 19,647 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 14,926 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 13,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 41,933 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front tyre pressure low

Pass 4 Jun 2011 12,591 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(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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DK08 LLD is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 LLD, 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 DK08 LLD registered?

DK08 LLD is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is DK08 LLD safe to buy?

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