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SN08 HKY

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

41,545 mi
Last recorded41,545 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN08 HKY
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2023 41,545 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 40,146 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 40,146 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 35,048 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2020 31,911 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 31,911 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2019 28,189 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 28,189 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 May 2018 25,391 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2018 25,387 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 21,474 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 18,238 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 18,238 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 15,052 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 9,099 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 3,102 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 2,972 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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SN08 HKY 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 SN08 HKY, 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 SN08 HKY registered?

SN08 HKY is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is SN08 HKY safe to buy?

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