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DX51 VUL

2001 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,787 mi
Last recorded3,787 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Bonneville11,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 VUL
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2025 3,787 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 3,738 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 3,714 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 3,665 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 3,614 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 3,420 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 3,329 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 3,224 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2015 3,097 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2015 3,097 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approx. 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2014 2,937 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2012 2,852 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 2,721 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 2,475 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 2,426 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 2,120 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 1,897 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 8 Apr 2006 1,686 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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DX51 VUL is a 2001 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 DX51 VUL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX51 VUL?

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What year was DX51 VUL registered?

DX51 VUL is a 2001 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is DX51 VUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 VUL shows 18 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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