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GN05 LYG

2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865)

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

3,246 mi
Last recorded3,246 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865)10,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 LYG
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville T 100 (865)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 3,246 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 2,937 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Aug 2024 2,931 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 2,025 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 1,146 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 1,140 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 1,136 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 1,135 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 1,129 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 1,126 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 1,122 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2009 1,118 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 1,078 miles

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865)?

Based on 19,432 MOT tests across 1,655 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
511
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,655
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 73
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 48
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 26
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GN05 LYG is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865) in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865) models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 10,191 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN05 LYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865) typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GN05 LYG registered?

GN05 LYG is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865), first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is GN05 LYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 LYG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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