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RK08 AXY

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

33,417 mi
Last recorded33,417 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 AXY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2022 33,417 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 31,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 31,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 28,232 miles

very slight play in rear hub area

Pass 18 Jun 2019 25,336 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 20,760 miles

exhaust noise

Fail 30 Jun 2018 20,760 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

exhaust noise

Pass 10 Jun 2017 16,865 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 11,801 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 11,438 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 11,081 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 10,977 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 10,977 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 19 May 2012 10,525 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 10,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2011 9,871 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 13 Jun 2011 9,871 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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RK08 AXY is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 RK08 AXY, 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 RK08 AXY registered?

RK08 AXY is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 25 April 2008.

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