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OU08 FYA

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,955 mi
Last recorded27,955 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 FYA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 27,955 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 27,599 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 26,851 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 27 Jun 2023 26,851 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 26,100 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2022 26,100 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 25,796 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 23,897 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 23,343 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 23,162 miles

Correct number plate fitted at time of test.

Exhaust Noisy

Pass 1 Aug 2017 20,584 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 20,584 miles

Footrest missing Both rear (6.2.1a)

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 18,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 5 Aug 2016 18,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 17,982 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 16,561 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 14,734 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 12,388 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 8,957 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 8,908 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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OU08 FYA is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OU08 FYA, 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 OU08 FYA registered?

OU08 FYA is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 8 July 2008.

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