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HX08 YGU

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,720 mi
Last recorded11,720 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 YGU
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 11,720 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 10,159 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust baffle not fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2025 10,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 9,812 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 9,777 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 9,596 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 9,476 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 9,209 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 9,026 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 8,754 miles

Front brake pads appear to have low remaining friction lining

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

Rear temporary repair to rear light ,not insecure or obstructed

Pass 1 Mar 2016 8,057 miles

front and rear brake pads appear to be low on remaining friction material

Pass 6 Mar 2015 6,245 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 2,139 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 1,855 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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HX08 YGU is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HX08 YGU, 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 HX08 YGU registered?

HX08 YGU is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 11 April 2008.

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