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GX08 LZV

2008 Triumph Speed Master 865

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,626 mi
Last recorded19,626 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Master 8659,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 LZV
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master 865
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 19,626 miles

Front tyre slightly wearing out of shape

Pass 18 Jun 2024 19,329 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 18,628 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 16,123 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 May 2021 15,674 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2021 15,674 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2020 14,664 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 12,992 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 9,873 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2016 8,402 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 8,209 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 8,196 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2014 7,051 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2013 4,826 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2013 4,826 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 3,485 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Speed Master 865?

Based on 7,204 MOT tests across 588 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
638
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
588
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 53
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 38
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Headlamp aim too high 15
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GX08 LZV is a 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865 in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 9,492 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 Master 865 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX08 LZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Speed Master 865 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Speed Master 865 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX08 LZV registered?

GX08 LZV is a 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865, first registered on 4 July 2008.

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