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FX09 FJF

2009 Triumph America

Blue Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,463 mi
Last recorded39,463 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph America8,633 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX09 FJF
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 39,463 miles

Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 38,414 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 37,526 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2022 37,459 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 35,852 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 33,794 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 29,334 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2019 29,332 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 21,946 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 16,435 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 10,833 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 10,456 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 8,564 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 6,129 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 4,280 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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FX09 FJF is a 2009 Triumph America in Blue with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FX09 FJF, 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 FX09 FJF registered?

FX09 FJF is a 2009 Triumph America, first registered on 7 March 2009.

Is FX09 FJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX09 FJF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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