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VX08 OFA

2008 Triumph Speed Triple

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

11,150 mi
Last recorded11,150 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Triple12,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 OFA
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Triple
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2023 11,150 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 11,141 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 11,132 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 10,590 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 10,545 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 10,096 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 9,661 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 9,635 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated Top Nearside (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 8,615 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 1 May 2015 8,288 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 8,288 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2014 6,144 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 5,127 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 3,649 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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VX08 OFA is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VX08 OFA, 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 VX08 OFA registered?

VX08 OFA is a 2008 Triumph Speed Triple, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is VX08 OFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 OFA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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