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GX55 KNU

2006 Triumph America

Red Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,801 mi
Last recorded9,801 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph America11,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 KNU
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 9,801 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 8 Oct 2024 9,676 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 9,676 miles

Front Stop lamp not working operation (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Chain guard missing ()

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 9,417 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 9,087 miles

Front front brake fluid level near min mark

Offside Chain guard missing ()

Pass 29 Mar 2021 8,400 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 29 Mar 2021 8,400 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 9 Jul 2019 7,975 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 7,592 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 5,931 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 5,380 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 4,509 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 4,429 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 4,271 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 4,011 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 3,470 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 2,985 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 2,319 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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GX55 KNU is a 2006 Triumph America in Red with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Triumph America models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 11,602 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GX55 KNU, 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 20 years old, this Triumph America is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX55 KNU registered?

GX55 KNU is a 2006 Triumph America, first registered on 10 January 2006.

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