CarVerify

Free Car Check

SV08 FMC

2008 Triumph Speedmaster

Silver Petrol 865cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,520 mi
Last recorded13,520 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speedmaster9,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 FMC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 13,520 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2024 12,531 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 12,321 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 11,730 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2021 11,217 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 10,305 miles

Rear position lamp, some leds not working

Pass 3 Jul 2019 9,902 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 9,853 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 8,994 miles

Rear Slightly perished between tread

Pass 14 Jun 2017 8,564 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 8,564 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 8,066 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 7,249 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 6,511 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 5,943 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 5,943 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Offside Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 5,466 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 4,814 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speedmaster?

Based on 12,407 MOT tests across 1,030 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
657
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,030
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 65
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 61
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 40
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 32
Full Triumph Speedmaster reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SV08 FMC is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster in Silver with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Speedmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 9,758 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 Speedmaster fails its MOT is exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SV08 FMC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speedmaster typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Speedmaster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SV08 FMC?

You can check the full history of SV08 FMC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SV08 FMC registered?

SV08 FMC is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is SV08 FMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 FMC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SV08 FMC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SV08 FMC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.