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PF08 OEA

2008 Triumph America

Red Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

11,531 mi
Last recorded11,531 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph America10,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 OEA
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 11,531 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 11,531 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 11,460 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 11,443 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 10,435 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 10,373 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 10,373 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 10,166 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 10,018 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 9,971 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 8,257 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 8,257 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 7,514 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 7,514 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Fail 2 Jul 2011 6,634 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 6,634 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

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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PF08 OEA is a 2008 Triumph America in Red with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 PF08 OEA, 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 PF08 OEA registered?

PF08 OEA is a 2008 Triumph America, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is PF08 OEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF08 OEA shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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