Triumph Thruxton
MotorcycleFrom 3,248 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Thruxtons fare better: 2019 models pass at 92.5% vs 89.6% for 2016.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements, a headlamp missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 28 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 28 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 15 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 15 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 10 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 8 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 8 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 8 |
| a spoke missing, cracked, excessively loose, bent or corroded | 7 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 6 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 92.5% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, headlamp aim unable to be tested |
| 2018 | 89.1% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2017 | 91.7% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2016 | 89.6% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
4 earlier years
| 2015 | 90.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2014 | 90.6% | a spoke missing, cracked, excessively loose, bent or corroded, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play |
| 2013 | 92% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2009 | 93.9% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Thruxtons tested had between 3,824 and 12,467 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 6,753 median miles, the Thruxton has 0.141 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Triumph models
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.9% |
| Triumph Tiger | 91.6% |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.1% |
| Triumph Daytona | 85.9% |
| Triumph Speed Triple | 88.7% |
Common questions
What is the Triumph Thruxton MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Thruxton has a 90.5% MOT pass rate based on 3,248 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Thruxton?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Thruxton is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 28 failures. Other common issues include number plate does not conform to the specified requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Thruxton at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Thruxton is 6,753 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,824 and 12,467 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.