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VX08 DZN

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Red Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,805 mi
Last recorded17,805 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 DZN
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 17,805 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 16,574 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 15,516 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 15,272 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 14,720 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 14,720 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2021 13,642 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 13,151 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 11,446 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2018 10,594 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 9,344 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 8,153 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 7,529 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 5,844 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 3,423 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 2,235 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 1,486 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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VX08 DZN is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton in Red with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 VX08 DZN, 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 VX08 DZN registered?

VX08 DZN is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for VX08 DZN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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