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BU08 HOH

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,545 mi
Last recorded13,545 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 HOH
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2024 13,545 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 13,542 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 13,524 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 13,487 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 13,486 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 13,285 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 13,095 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 13,095 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 12,804 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 12,230 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 12,208 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 10,984 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 9,903 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 9,903 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 8,938 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 7,541 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 6,965 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 6,080 miles

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

How Reliable is the Triumph Thruxton?

Based on 30,642 MOT tests across 4,139 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
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BU08 HOH is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Thruxton models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 8,439 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 Thruxton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 HOH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thruxton typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Thruxton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU08 HOH registered?

BU08 HOH is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 8 May 2008.

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