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GX05 HLG

2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865)

White Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

6,709 mi
Last recorded6,709 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865)10,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 HLG
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville T 100 (865)
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 6,709 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2026 6,704 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 3,385 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 3,366 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Motorcycle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Forks deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2025 3,356 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 1,881 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 8,432 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 7,569 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 7,364 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 7,160 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 6,970 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 6,629 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 18 Mar 2017 6,629 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2016 6,220 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 5,929 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 5,653 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 5,011 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 4,563 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 3,987 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 3,987 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 3,771 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 3,321 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 2,845 miles

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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GX05 HLG is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865) in White with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GX05 HLG, 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 GX05 HLG registered?

GX05 HLG is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865), first registered on 20 April 2005.

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The MOT history for GX05 HLG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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