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GN51 WMU

2001 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

20,878 mi
Last recorded20,878 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Bonneville11,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 WMU
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 20,878 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 20,815 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 20,379 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 20,113 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 19,887 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 19,186 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 18,100 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 17,521 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 17,498 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Oil leak

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

Pass 2 Dec 2011 16,799 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 16,791 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 16,755 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 16,388 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 15,906 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 14,944 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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GN51 WMU is a 2001 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 GN51 WMU, 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

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What year was GN51 WMU registered?

GN51 WMU is a 2001 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is GN51 WMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 WMU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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