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EU08 GHN

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

23,518 mi
Last recorded23,518 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 GHN
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 23,518 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 23,386 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 22,985 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 22,463 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 22,463 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2018 22,314 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 22,314 miles

Nearside Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 17,164 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 15,877 miles

Front tyre out of shape

Rear slight play in wheel bearing

Fail 7 Oct 2015 15,877 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front tyre out of shape

Rear slight play in wheel bearing

Pass 11 Oct 2014 13,087 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 11,706 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2012 11,702 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 11,538 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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EU08 GHN is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 EU08 GHN, 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 EU08 GHN registered?

EU08 GHN is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is EU08 GHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU08 GHN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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