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LJ57 VYT

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Red Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

16,328 mi
Last recorded16,328 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 VYT
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 16,328 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 15,280 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 10,727 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 10,312 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 9,539 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 9,467 miles
Fail 20 May 2020 9,467 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2019 9,312 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 9,071 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 16 miles

no lights fitted daylight use only

Pass 6 Apr 2016 7,861 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 6,286 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Apr 2015 6,286 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 6,133 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2013 5,250 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 4,684 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 3,855 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 VYT is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton in Red with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 VYT, 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 LJ57 VYT registered?

LJ57 VYT is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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The MOT history for LJ57 VYT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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