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FJ53 NZH

2004 Triumph Bonneville America

Red Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,435 mi
Last recorded28,435 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Triumph Bonneville America11,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 NZH
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville America
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 28,435 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 28,065 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 27,541 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 27,080 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 26,066 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 24 May 2019 26,061 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 25,423 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 24,529 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 24,347 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2016 23,503 miles

Front tyre perished on side wall

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

handle bar risers slightly loose

Pass 11 Apr 2015 22,556 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 21,807 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 20,358 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 19,421 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 17,942 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 15,424 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 12,592 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 8,612 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville America?

Based on 7,487 MOT tests across 573 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
549
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
573
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 60
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
wheel bearings have excessive free play 14
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FJ53 NZH is a 2004 Triumph Bonneville America in Red with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Bonneville America models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 11,626 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Bonneville America fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ53 NZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville America typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Triumph Bonneville America is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ53 NZH registered?

FJ53 NZH is a 2004 Triumph Bonneville America, first registered on 9 February 2004.

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