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VLZ 933

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Silver Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

18,016 mi
Last recorded18,016 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVLZ 933
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 18,016 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 17,589 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 16,426 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 14,477 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Nearside pad only (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 27 Aug 2022 14,477 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Nearside pad only (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 9,345 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 9,345 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 8,235 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 7,982 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 7,886 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 7,680 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 7,567 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 7,567 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 May 2016 7,518 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 7,293 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 7,275 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 4,814 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 May 2013 4,108 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 3,829 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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VLZ 933 is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton in Silver with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VLZ 933, 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

How do I check the history of VLZ 933?

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What year was VLZ 933 registered?

VLZ 933 is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is VLZ 933 safe to buy?

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