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DK08 LNN

2008 Triumph America

Blue Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

17,712 mi
Last recorded17,712 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph America10,757 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 LNN
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 17,712 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 17,055 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 16,214 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 15,976 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 15,136 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2021 14,682 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 14,387 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 14,118 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 14,118 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 May 2018 13,872 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 13,322 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 12,587 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 11,861 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 11,218 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 9,813 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 8,664 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 7,551 miles

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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DK08 LNN is a 2008 Triumph America in Blue 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 America models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 10,757 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DK08 LNN, 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 DK08 LNN registered?

DK08 LNN is a 2008 Triumph America, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is DK08 LNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 LNN 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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