MOT Status
ValidMileage
35,509 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
How Reliable is the Triumph Street Triple?
Based on 46,093 MOT tests across 4,379 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VX08 GKL is a 2008 Triumph Street Triple in Black with a 675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.
Across all 2008 Triumph Street Triple models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 13,114 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 Street Triple fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 258 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX08 GKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Triumph Street Triple typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Street Triple is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of VX08 GKL?
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What year was VX08 GKL registered?
VX08 GKL is a 2008 Triumph Street Triple, first registered on 12 May 2008.
Is VX08 GKL safe to buy?
The MOT history for VX08 GKL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VX08 GKL have outstanding finance?
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