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AY04 CTU

2004 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

12,737 mi
Last recorded12,737 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Triumph Bonneville10,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 CTU
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 12,737 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 12,557 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 12,114 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 11,215 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 11,044 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 10,790 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2020 10,517 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 10,210 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 10,063 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2017 9,895 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 May 2016 9,867 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 9,784 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 9,725 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 May 2013 9,532 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 9,422 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 9,335 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 8,106 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 7,103 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 7,103 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 5,336 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 4,560 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 3,867 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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AY04 CTU is a 2004 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 10,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AY04 CTU, 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 22 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY04 CTU?

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What year was AY04 CTU registered?

AY04 CTU is a 2004 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 14 April 2004.

Is AY04 CTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY04 CTU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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