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CX03 BKJ

2003 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,160 mi
Last recorded9,160 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Bonneville9,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX03 BKJ
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 9,160 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 7,293 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 4,015 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 3,825 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 3,562 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 3,550 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 3,517 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 3,517 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2017 3,356 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 3,356 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 3,140 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 3,140 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 2,618 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 2,441 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 2,353 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 2,278 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 2,278 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2007 2,112 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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CX03 BKJ is a 2003 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CX03 BKJ, 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 CX03 BKJ registered?

CX03 BKJ is a 2003 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is CX03 BKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX03 BKJ 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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