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AY05 DTF

2005 Triumph Bonneville America

Maroon Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,149 mi
Last recorded13,149 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Bonneville America11,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 DTF
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville America
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 13,149 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 13,149 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam BULB (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 13,141 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 13,141 miles

Footrest insecure tightened (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 12,827 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 12,454 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 12,034 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 11,331 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 11,152 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 9,982 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 7,960 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 7,133 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 6,047 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 4,535 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 4,317 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 4,059 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 3,315 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 3,299 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville America?

Based on 7,487 MOT tests across 573 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
549
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
573
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 60
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
wheel bearings have excessive free play 14
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AY05 DTF is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville America in Maroon with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Bonneville America models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 11,100 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 America fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY05 DTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville America typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Bonneville America is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY05 DTF registered?

AY05 DTF is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville America, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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The MOT history for AY05 DTF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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