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RK08 AYG

2008 Triumph Speed Master 865

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,518 mi
Last recorded16,518 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Master 8659,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 AYG
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master 865
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 16,518 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 16,013 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 15,653 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 15,102 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 14,814 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 14,346 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 13,914 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 13,823 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 13,594 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 12,609 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 12,187 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 12,187 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 10,581 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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RK08 AYG is a 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865 in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RK08 AYG, 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 RK08 AYG registered?

RK08 AYG is a 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865, first registered on 12 May 2008.

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The MOT history for RK08 AYG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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