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GN08 RSV

2008 Triumph America

Blue Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,629 mi
Last recorded15,629 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph America10,757 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 RSV
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 15,629 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 15,364 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 15,080 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 14,971 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 14,309 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 14,306 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 14,218 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 14,218 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 May 2019 13,870 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 13,518 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 13,518 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 19 May 2017 12,877 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2016 11,869 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 11,453 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 11,062 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 8,430 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 8,430 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2011 6,177 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 RSV is a 2008 Triumph America in Blue with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RSV, 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

How do I check the history of GN08 RSV?

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What year was GN08 RSV registered?

GN08 RSV is a 2008 Triumph America, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is GN08 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 RSV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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