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H4 VFM

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,860 mi
Last recorded34,860 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH4 VFM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 34,860 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 33,191 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

clip ons touching clocks on full lock slightly, steering operation not impeded.

Fail 8 Dec 2023 32,993 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 31,706 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 31,706 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2022 28,563 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 27,399 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 27,398 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 22,834 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 17,706 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 17,061 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 16,901 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 16,247 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 16,038 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 14,219 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 13,998 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 13,997 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 11,290 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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H4 VFM is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 H4 VFM, 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 H4 VFM registered?

H4 VFM is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 15 February 2008.

Is H4 VFM safe to buy?

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