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KX08 LJL

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,735 mi
Last recorded35,735 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 LJL
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 35,735 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 33,946 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 30,748 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front RHF side light - bulb missing - LHF functions correctly.

Pass 11 Aug 2022 28,281 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 22,482 miles

Non original speedometer fitted (actual mileage is 16693)

Pass 3 Aug 2020 10,168 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 10,054 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 9,827 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 9,192 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 9,123 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 8,655 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 7,745 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 7,745 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 7,339 miles

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 7,339 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 6,649 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 5,587 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 5,587 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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KX08 LJL is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KX08 LJL, 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 KX08 LJL registered?

KX08 LJL is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for KX08 LJL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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