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LJ57 UNP

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,617 mi
Last recorded15,617 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 UNP
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 15,617 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 15,588 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 15,528 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 15,458 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 14,557 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 14,246 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

NO chain guard

Fail 27 Feb 2021 14,246 miles

Front Brake hose excessively twisted incorrectly routed likely to foul ignition (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly NOT CLOSING (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar SWITCH GEAR LOOSE LIKELY TO FOUL CLUTCH (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

NO chain guard

Pass 5 Dec 2019 13,768 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 13,768 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 10,494 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 7,974 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 4,135 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 1,463 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 530 miles

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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LJ57 UNP 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 85.7%.

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 LJ57 UNP, 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 LJ57 UNP registered?

LJ57 UNP is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 3 January 2008.

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The MOT history for LJ57 UNP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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