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KX08 FXL

2008 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler

Silver Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,108 mi
Last recorded27,108 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler8,664 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 FXL
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville Scrambler
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 27,108 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 26,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 25,814 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 May 2023 23,507 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 22,230 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Jun 2022 22,230 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 20,389 miles

Nearside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 20,389 miles

Nearside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 12 Jun 2020 19,707 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 19,707 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 19,707 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 17,091 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 13,672 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 13,208 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 10,154 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 8,200 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 6,840 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 6,840 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville Scrambler?

Based on 2,260 MOT tests across 234 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
505
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
234
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
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KX08 FXL is a 2008 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler in Silver with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 8,664 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 Bonneville Scrambler fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX08 FXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville Scrambler typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Bonneville Scrambler is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX08 FXL registered?

KX08 FXL is a 2008 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is KX08 FXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX08 FXL 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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