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BU06 HXJ

2006 Triumph Bonneville

Blue Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,845 mi
Last recorded9,845 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Triumph Bonneville9,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 HXJ
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 9,845 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 9,636 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 8,890 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 8,618 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 8,068 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 7,256 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 6,837 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 6,837 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 6,414 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 6,414 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 5,869 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 5,145 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 4,032 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 4,016 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 3,528 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 3,528 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 28 Jul 2009 2,671 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 2,671 miles

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

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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BU06 HXJ is a 2006 Triumph Bonneville in Blue with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 9,013 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 BU06 HXJ, 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 20 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU06 HXJ registered?

BU06 HXJ is a 2006 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 22 August 2006.

Is BU06 HXJ safe to buy?

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