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PN08 PHJ

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,658 mi
Last recorded28,658 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 PHJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 May 2025 28,658 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 28,498 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 27,382 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 26,435 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 24,616 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 22,351 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.40mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2018 19,846 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 19,772 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 19,225 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 18,816 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 17,828 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 16,485 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 14,758 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 12,598 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 10,086 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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PN08 PHJ 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 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PN08 PHJ, 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 PN08 PHJ registered?

PN08 PHJ is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is PN08 PHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN08 PHJ shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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