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BX05 VKJ

2005 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,479 mi
Last recorded15,479 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Bonneville10,225 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 VKJ
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 15,479 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 14,789 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 14,565 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 14,441 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 14,297 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 13,810 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 13,612 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 12,969 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 12,502 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 12,013 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 11,392 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 10,963 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 10,431 miles

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

front tyre walls perrished.

rear brake pads worn low.

Pass 19 May 2011 9,707 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 8,806 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 7,797 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 6,556 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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BX05 VKJ is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BX05 VKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX05 VKJ registered?

BX05 VKJ is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is BX05 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 VKJ shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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