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GX08 HXT

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

9,616 mi
Last recorded9,616 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 HXT
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 9,616 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 9,117 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 8,810 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2022 8,332 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 8,194 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 8,166 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 7,853 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 7,610 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 7,589 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 7,246 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 6,896 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 6,416 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 5,779 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 5,276 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 4,704 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 3,788 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Thruxton?

Based on 30,642 MOT tests across 4,139 vehicles.

90.5%
Pass Rate
524
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,139
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 70
reflector on motorcycle missing 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58
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GX08 HXT is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Thruxton models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 8,439 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Thruxton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX08 HXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thruxton typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Thruxton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX08 HXT registered?

GX08 HXT is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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