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RK08 DYH

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

1,862 mi
Last recorded1,862 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 DYH
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 1,862 miles

Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2025 1,844 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 1,460 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 1,359 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 1,123 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019
Pass 17 May 2017 17,158 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2016 14,137 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 10,868 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 8,902 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 8,358 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 7,208 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 5,641 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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RK08 DYH is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RK08 DYH, 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.

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What year was RK08 DYH registered?

RK08 DYH is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 4 July 2008.

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