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VX08 FHC

2008 Triumph Speed Master 865

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

9,592 mi
Last recorded9,592 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Speed Master 8659,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 FHC
MakeTriumph
ModelSpeed Master 865
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 9,592 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 9,023 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 7,680 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 May 2023 6,341 miles

Nearside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 5,198 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 5,198 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 5,189 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 5,139 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 5,057 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 5,009 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 4,941 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 4,818 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 4,692 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 4,471 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 4,425 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 3,745 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 3,745 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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VX08 FHC is a 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865 in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VX08 FHC, 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 VX08 FHC registered?

VX08 FHC is a 2008 Triumph Speed Master 865, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for VX08 FHC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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