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WK08 AWO

2008 Triumph Speedmaster

Blue Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

12,893 mi
Last recorded12,893 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speedmaster9,758 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 AWO
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeedmaster
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 12,893 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 12,788 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 18 May 2024 12,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 May 2023 12,361 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 May 2022 11,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 11,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2019 11,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 11,557 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 May 2018 11,557 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 May 2017 11,078 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 May 2017 11,078 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2016 10,773 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 14 May 2016 10,773 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2015 10,359 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

exhaust markings masked

Fail 14 May 2015 10,359 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

exhaust markings masked

Pass 25 Apr 2014 9,721 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 May 2013 8,824 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 8,044 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 20 Apr 2012 8,041 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 7,201 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 6,197 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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WK08 AWO is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster in Blue with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 WK08 AWO, 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.

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What year was WK08 AWO registered?

WK08 AWO is a 2008 Triumph Speedmaster, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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