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X21 JMD

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Red Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,032 mi
Last recorded14,032 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX21 JMD
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 14,032 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Fail 19 Jun 2025 13,988 miles

Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front tyre slightly perished

excessive oil leak (oil filter)

rear tyre contaminated with engine oil

Pass 16 Sep 2021 13,444 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Front Tyre has crack in the sidewall from perishing

Fail 16 Sep 2021 13,444 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Front Tyre has crack in the sidewall from perishing

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2019 12,344 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 29 Jun 2019 12,261 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Footrest missing pillion (6.2.12 (a))

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 10,824 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 10,824 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 8,730 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 5,802 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 5,785 miles

front brake disc bobins worn

Pass 30 Apr 2013 5,607 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 5,607 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pillion seat cover fitted at time of test.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 5,499 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 5,238 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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X21 JMD is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton in Red with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X21 JMD, 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.

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What year was X21 JMD registered?

X21 JMD is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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