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GN08 PBV

2008 Triumph America

Blue Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

44,924 mi
Last recorded44,924 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph America10,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 PBV
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 44,924 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 44,281 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively cush drive rubber (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 44,179 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 44,077 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 44,071 miles

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

Offside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2022 43,918 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 42,750 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2020 39,020 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 33,620 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 29,971 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 24,762 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 21,338 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 13,698 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 May 2014 12,775 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 May 2014 12,775 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 May 2013 9,190 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 6,915 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 4,359 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2011 4,359 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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GN08 PBV is a 2008 Triumph America in Blue with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 GN08 PBV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN08 PBV registered?

GN08 PBV is a 2008 Triumph America, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is GN08 PBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 PBV shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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