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LJ08 YJM

2008 Triumph Speed Master 865

Blue Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,927 mi
Last recorded40,927 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Master 8659,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 YJM
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master 865
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 40,927 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2026 40,927 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 38,330 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 36,994 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 36,638 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 33,426 miles

Final drive chain has a horseshoe type joining link fitted

Substantial amount of chain grease on offside side wall of rear tyre

Pass 29 Jan 2016 28,590 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 28,590 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 24,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2015 24,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 23,931 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 20,953 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 18,028 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 14,987 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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LJ08 YJM is a 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865 in Blue with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LJ08 YJM, 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 LJ08 YJM registered?

LJ08 YJM is a 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865, first registered on 18 August 2008.

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