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RX08 BUA

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

28,894 mi
Last recorded28,894 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 BUA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 28,894 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 28,372 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 27,638 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 27,498 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 27,405 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2020 27,397 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 27,091 miles

Front Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Apr 2019 27,083 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play in front fork bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 23,195 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 20,792 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 17,636 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 15,662 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 15,662 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Fail 12 Apr 2014 13,175 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 13,175 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 10,372 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 7,893 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2011 5,101 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 5,101 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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RX08 BUA is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RX08 BUA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX08 BUA registered?

RX08 BUA is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is RX08 BUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 BUA shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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