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VX08 ODS

2008 Triumph Speedmaster

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,996 mi
Last recorded31,996 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speedmaster9,758 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 ODS
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 31,996 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 29,080 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 29,080 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 May 2024 28,446 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 28,161 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 27,009 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 24,583 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 22,885 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 22,251 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 20,280 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 19,111 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 17,174 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Mar 2015 17,174 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 14,958 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 14,906 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 7,651 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 7,651 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2011 4,958 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
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VX08 ODS is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VX08 ODS, 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

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What year was VX08 ODS registered?

VX08 ODS is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 3 July 2008.

Is VX08 ODS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 ODS shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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