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BV57 UTU

2008 Triumph America

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,675 mi
Last recorded34,675 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph America10,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV57 UTU
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 34,675 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 33,825 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 31,680 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 29,983 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 28,171 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 25,233 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2020 22,440 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 20,110 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 18,879 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 17,529 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 16,190 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 14,818 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 13,248 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 13,248 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2013 11,761 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 9,605 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 7,229 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 18 Feb 2011 7,213 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

How Reliable is the Triumph America?

Based on 6,285 MOT tests across 549 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
556
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 24
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
wheel bearings are excessively rough 11
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BV57 UTU is a 2008 Triumph America in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Triumph America models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 10,757 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph America fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 31 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV57 UTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph America typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph America is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV57 UTU registered?

BV57 UTU is a 2008 Triumph America, first registered on 26 January 2008.

Is BV57 UTU safe to buy?

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