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LJ08 ONC

2008 Triumph Speedmaster

Red Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,325 mi
Last recorded45,325 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speedmaster9,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 ONC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 45,325 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2025 44,997 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 44,236 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 43,227 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 42,438 miles

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 40,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

no chain guard fitted

Pass 25 May 2019 39,236 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2018 37,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2017 34,171 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 30,415 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 13 May 2016 30,415 miles

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

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 24,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 May 2015 24,277 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 18,686 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 Mar 2014 18,686 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 14,495 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

chain is slightly rusty

Pass 17 Mar 2012 13,202 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 9,742 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedmaster?

Based on 12,407 MOT tests across 1,030 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
657
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 65
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 32
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LJ08 ONC is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster in Red with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Speedmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 9,758 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 Speedmaster fails its MOT is exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ08 ONC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speedmaster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Speedmaster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ08 ONC registered?

LJ08 ONC is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 25 April 2008.

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