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DK51 JJO

2001 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

33,483 mi
Last recorded33,483 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Bonneville11,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 JJO
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 33,483 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 32,962 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 32,313 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 31,261 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 29,036 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 27,105 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 27 Jun 2020 27,105 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 25,211 miles

Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 25,211 miles

Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 22,794 miles

Steering movement notchy

Pass 28 Jun 2017 21,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' front wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 21,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' front wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 20,800 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 18,457 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 18,457 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Upper Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 17,551 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 14,602 miles

Offside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 13,116 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 12,355 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 12,307 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 9,124 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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DK51 JJO is a 2001 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 11,604 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 DK51 JJO, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DK51 JJO registered?

DK51 JJO is a 2001 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 23 October 2001.

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