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KX08 FZN

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,166 mi
Last recorded11,166 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 FZN
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 11,166 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2026 11,166 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2019 11,145 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 11,085 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 10,845 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 9,893 miles

pillion seat cover fitted

Pass 15 Apr 2015 9,869 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2015 9,865 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 9,252 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 8,633 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 7,561 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 7,560 miles

Front Upper All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 5,368 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 5,368 miles

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

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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KX08 FZN 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 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KX08 FZN, 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.

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What year was KX08 FZN registered?

KX08 FZN is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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The MOT history for KX08 FZN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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