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DK09 FCE

2009 Triumph America

Blue Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,166 mi
Last recorded17,166 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph America8,633 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK09 FCE
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 17,166 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 16,770 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 16,604 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 16,117 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 15,668 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 15,368 miles

Front front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 20 Apr 2019 14,507 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 13,790 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 13,501 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 12,739 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 12,739 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 12,081 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 10,294 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 7,645 miles

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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DK09 FCE is a 2009 Triumph America in Blue with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Triumph America models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 8,633 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 DK09 FCE, 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 17 years old, this Triumph America is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK09 FCE registered?

DK09 FCE is a 2009 Triumph America, first registered on 1 May 2009.

Is DK09 FCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK09 FCE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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