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APP 742J

2005 Triumph Bonneville

White Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,023 mi
Last recorded40,023 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Bonneville10,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPP 742J
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 40,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Mar 2026 40,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 39,709 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 39,506 miles

Nearside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 30 Mar 2024 39,506 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 39,151 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 38,410 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 37,447 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2019 35,981 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 33,746 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 30,574 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 26,972 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 21,492 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 20,386 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 19,726 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 17,707 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 16,235 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 May 2011 16,235 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 13,993 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 May 2009 10,995 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 8,658 miles

Brake component worn and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Pass 14 May 2008 8,658 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville?

Based on 235,206 MOT tests across 29,562 vehicles.

90.1%
Pass Rate
520
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
29,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 907
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 730
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 580
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 393
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 388
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APP 742J is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville in White with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 10,225 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 Bonneville fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 907 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APP 742J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was APP 742J registered?

APP 742J is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 11 May 2005.

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