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EU08 PKX

2008 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

22,322 mi
Last recorded22,322 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Bonneville8,630 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU08 PKX
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 22,322 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 22,322 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 21,249 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Apr 2025 21,249 miles

Central Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2024 20,425 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 18,952 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 16,422 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 16,422 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2021 14,055 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2019 11,930 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 10,339 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 10,339 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake lever is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Stop lamp not working front switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2017 9,090 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2016 7,061 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 5,510 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 3,366 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 2,322 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 1,504 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 321 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville?

Based on 235,206 MOT tests across 29,562 vehicles.

90.1%
Pass Rate
520
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
29,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 907
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 730
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 580
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 393
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 388
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EU08 PKX is a 2008 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 8,630 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 Bonneville fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 907 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EU08 PKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EU08 PKX registered?

EU08 PKX is a 2008 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is EU08 PKX safe to buy?

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