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DX08 KOV

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,445 mi
Last recorded24,445 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 KOV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 24,445 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 24,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2024 24,213 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 23,872 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 23,361 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2022 23,361 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2021 23,014 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 22,149 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 21,899 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 19,772 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 19,771 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 19,484 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 18,481 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 16,716 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 16,716 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 14,320 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 14,320 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 11,846 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 11,846 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 9,765 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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DX08 KOV is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DX08 KOV, 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

How do I check the history of DX08 KOV?

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What year was DX08 KOV registered?

DX08 KOV is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is DX08 KOV safe to buy?

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