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KX08 UZJ

2008 Triumph America

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

43,892 mi
Last recorded43,892 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Triumph America10,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 UZJ
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 43,892 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 43,335 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 42,724 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 42,061 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 41,491 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 40,957 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 40,301 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 40,001 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 40,001 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 37,472 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Jul 2013 37,469 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 31,155 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 22,798 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2011 22,798 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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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KX08 UZJ is a 2008 Triumph America in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 Triumph America models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 10,757 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 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 KX08 UZJ, 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 18 years old, this Triumph America is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KX08 UZJ registered?

KX08 UZJ is a 2008 Triumph America, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is KX08 UZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX08 UZJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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