CarVerify

Free Car Check

LJ08 UPX

2008 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,781 mi
Last recorded32,781 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speedmaster9,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 UPX
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2026 32,781 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 32,662 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 31,001 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 28,592 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 28,255 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 27,587 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018
Pass 5 May 2017 29,120 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 20,190 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 14,675 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 11,367 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 11,233 miles

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

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
Full Triumph Speedmaster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LJ08 UPX is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UPX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJ08 UPX?

You can check the full history of LJ08 UPX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LJ08 UPX registered?

LJ08 UPX is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is LJ08 UPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ08 UPX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJ08 UPX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LJ08 UPX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.