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LX08 EYA

2008 Triumph Speed Master 865

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,093 mi
Last recorded53,093 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Master 8659,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 EYA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master 865
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2022 53,093 miles

Clutch noise/squeaks

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

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow on left exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 46,434 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 46,434 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front cracking in between tyre tread

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 46,096 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 41,459 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 32,542 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 27,044 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 20,166 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 20,135 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording both (7.1.4)

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

head lamp beam image poor close to excessive

oil leak

Pass 26 Mar 2015 14,557 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 6,266 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 5,449 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 5,449 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 5,156 miles

throttle slighty sticking

Pass 9 Mar 2011 3,943 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Master 865?

Based on 7,204 MOT tests across 588 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
638
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
588
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 53
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 38
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Headlamp aim too high 15
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LX08 EYA is a 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865 in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 9,492 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 Master 865 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX08 EYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Master 865 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Speed Master 865 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LX08 EYA registered?

LX08 EYA is a 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865, first registered on 7 May 2008.

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