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LX08 BNK

2008 Triumph America

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,896 mi
Last recorded14,896 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Triumph America10,757 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 BNK
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2023 14,896 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 13,162 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Oct 2017 13,159 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 11,794 miles

inner side panel missing

Pass 1 Nov 2014 9,567 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2014 9,557 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 4,038 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 2,989 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 1,737 miles

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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LX08 BNK is a 2008 Triumph America in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LX08 BNK, 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 LX08 BNK registered?

LX08 BNK is a 2008 Triumph America, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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