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GV12 LXF

2012 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,765 mi
Last recorded16,765 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler8,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 LXF
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville Scrambler
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 16,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 16,524 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 16,393 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 15,742 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 14,711 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 14,345 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 14,047 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2020 14,047 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 13,875 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 13,609 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 13,609 miles

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 13,357 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 12,550 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 11,149 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville Scrambler?

Based on 2,260 MOT tests across 234 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
505
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
234
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
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GV12 LXF is a 2012 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 8,644 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Bonneville Scrambler fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV12 LXF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville Scrambler typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Bonneville Scrambler is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV12 LXF registered?

GV12 LXF is a 2012 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler, first registered on 20 July 2012.

Is GV12 LXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV12 LXF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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