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PN08 PKC

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

White Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,150 mi
Last recorded22,150 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 PKC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 22,150 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 20,446 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 May 2023 20,366 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn slightly ono o/s but still servicable (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 19,512 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2022 19,512 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 19,482 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 17,137 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 16,077 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 15,333 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 13,866 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 11,446 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 10,754 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Aug 2013 10,171 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Jun 2012 8,044 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 5,734 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 5,734 miles

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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PN08 PKC is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in White with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PN08 PKC, 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 PN08 PKC registered?

PN08 PKC is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is PN08 PKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN08 PKC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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