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VX08 LWA

2008 Triumph America

Blue Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

11,362 mi
Last recorded11,362 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph America10,757 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 LWA
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 11,362 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 10,694 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 10,572 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 10,561 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 10,549 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 10,430 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 10,350 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 8,755 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 8,755 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 14 Jul 2015 4,663 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 4,663 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 2,031 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 2,016 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 1,653 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 1,653 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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VX08 LWA is a 2008 Triumph America in Blue with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph America models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 10,757 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 VX08 LWA, 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 18 years old, this Triumph America is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX08 LWA registered?

VX08 LWA is a 2008 Triumph America, first registered on 11 August 2008.

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