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LX08 EYT

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,404 mi
Last recorded16,404 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 EYT
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2022 16,404 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 16,199 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 16,197 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2020 15,507 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 13,614 miles

Front Front tyre has cracking to the side walls of tyre

Nearside Front Lower Gear lever rubbing on link rod

Pass 18 Aug 2018 13,242 miles

Front Tyre sidewall has light cracking

Fail 18 Aug 2018 13,242 miles

Front Stop lamp not working Front brake dose not apply brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre sidewall has light cracking

Pass 11 Aug 2017 12,646 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 12,134 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 10,927 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 10,060 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 8,344 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 8,344 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 6,237 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 2,874 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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LX08 EYT 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 80%.

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 EYT, 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 EYT registered?

LX08 EYT is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 1 June 2008.

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