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FX51 DZL

2001 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,805 mi
Last recorded48,805 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Bonneville11,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 DZL
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 48,805 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 48,503 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 16 May 2025 48,503 miles

Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake lever not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 48,424 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2023 48,310 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 48,036 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 47,649 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 45,834 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 42,689 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 38,761 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 38,761 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 35,425 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 31,611 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 27,845 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 25,904 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 25,904 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 22,530 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 21,103 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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FX51 DZL 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 83.3%.

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 FX51 DZL, 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 FX51 DZL registered?

FX51 DZL is a 2001 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is FX51 DZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 DZL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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