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V5 NJN

2009 Triumph America

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,535 mi
Last recorded25,535 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph America8,633 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV5 NJN
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 25,535 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 25,535 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit wearing unevenly (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 22,568 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 19,472 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 19,437 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 18,938 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 17,848 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 16,855 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 15,821 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 15,003 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 15,003 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 13,757 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 12,943 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 11,141 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 9,470 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 7,742 miles

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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V5 NJN is a 2009 Triumph America in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Triumph America models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 8,633 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 V5 NJN, 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 17 years old, this Triumph America is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V5 NJN registered?

V5 NJN is a 2009 Triumph America, first registered on 7 August 2009.

Is V5 NJN safe to buy?

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