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EF09 ZTJ

2009 Triumph America

Blue Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,912 mi
Last recorded8,912 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph America8,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF09 ZTJ
MakeTriumph
ModelAmerica
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 6 May 2026 8,912 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 8,581 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 8,488 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 8,047 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 7,396 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 6,837 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 6,214 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 6,115 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 6,058 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 5,828 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 2,908 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 2,753 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 2,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 2,446 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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EF09 ZTJ is a 2009 Triumph America in Blue with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Triumph America models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 8,633 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 EF09 ZTJ, 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 17 years old, this Triumph America is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EF09 ZTJ?

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What year was EF09 ZTJ registered?

EF09 ZTJ is a 2009 Triumph America, first registered on 18 July 2009.

Is EF09 ZTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF09 ZTJ shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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