CarVerify

Free Car Check

EF12 XMK

2012 Triumph Bonneville 865

Black Petrol 865cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

4,805 mi
Last recorded4,805 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Bonneville 8658,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 XMK
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville 865
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 4,805 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2025 4,543 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 3,800 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 3,466 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2023 3,466 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 2,737 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 2,127 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 2,014 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 1,789 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 1,329 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 1,223 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 229 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville 865?

Based on 6,992 MOT tests across 666 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
611
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
666
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 7
Full Triumph Bonneville 865 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EF12 XMK is a 2012 Triumph Bonneville 865 in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Bonneville 865 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 8,540 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Bonneville 865 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF12 XMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville 865 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Bonneville 865 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EF12 XMK?

You can check the full history of EF12 XMK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EF12 XMK registered?

EF12 XMK is a 2012 Triumph Bonneville 865, first registered on 8 August 2012.

Is EF12 XMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF12 XMK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF12 XMK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EF12 XMK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.