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BU08 HPA

2008 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

16,922 mi
Last recorded16,922 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Bonneville8,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 HPA
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 16,922 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 14,068 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Sep 2024 14,068 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 13,614 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 13,505 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 13,470 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2021 9,890 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 May 2021 9,890 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 May 2020 7,984 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 7,173 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 6,392 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 5,652 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 5,629 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 5,449 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 5,021 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 4,975 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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BU08 HPA is a 2008 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 8,630 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 BU08 HPA, 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 18 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 BU08 HPA registered?

BU08 HPA is a 2008 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is BU08 HPA safe to buy?

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