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CU03 NKG

2003 Triumph Bonneville

Silver Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

8,279 mi
Last recorded8,279 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Bonneville9,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU03 NKG
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 8,279 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 7,902 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 6,906 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 6,682 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 6,674 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 6,558 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 6,415 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 6,227 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 6,087 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 5,844 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 5,060 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 5,060 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 4,636 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 3,897 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 3,878 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 3,032 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 1,223 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 133 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 132 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 132 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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CU03 NKG is a 2003 Triumph Bonneville in Silver with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 9,910 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 CU03 NKG, 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 23 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 CU03 NKG registered?

CU03 NKG is a 2003 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is CU03 NKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU03 NKG shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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