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YX08 GZE

2008 Triumph Thruxton

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

233 mi
Last recorded233 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Thruxton8,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 GZE
MakeTriumph
ModelThruxton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 233 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 684 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 684 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 354 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 354 miles

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pedal is so short that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pedal pivot has excessive free play (1.1.1 (b))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 265 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 2,679 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 276 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 16,586 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 13,731 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 12,353 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 10,170 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 7,874 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 5,940 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 4,923 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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YX08 GZE is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YX08 GZE, 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 YX08 GZE registered?

YX08 GZE is a 2008 Triumph Thruxton, first registered on 13 August 2008.

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The MOT history for YX08 GZE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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