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LX08 EYG

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

15,239 mi
Last recorded15,239 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 EYG
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 15,239 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 15,180 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 15,165 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 14,536 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 14,193 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 14,185 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 14,072 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2019 13,724 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 13,532 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 12,724 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 12,414 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 9,132 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 5,760 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 2,270 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 2,270 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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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LX08 EYG is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LX08 EYG, 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 LX08 EYG registered?

LX08 EYG is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 17 May 2008.

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The MOT history for LX08 EYG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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