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HF51 EXC

2001 Triumph Bonneville

Blue Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,608 mi
Last recorded24,608 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Bonneville11,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 EXC
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 24,608 miles

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

right hand carb slightly damp with fuel

Pass 20 May 2024 24,062 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2022 23,803 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 23,489 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2020 23,370 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 23,102 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 22,762 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 22,453 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 20,140 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 16,497 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 16,497 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 13,744 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

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

Pass 2 May 2012 13,744 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 9,716 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 8,513 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 7,026 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 5,741 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 31 Jan 2008 5,741 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 5,011 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 3,870 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 3,793 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2005 3,793 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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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HF51 EXC is a 2001 Triumph Bonneville in Blue with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HF51 EXC, 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

How do I check the history of HF51 EXC?

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What year was HF51 EXC registered?

HF51 EXC is a 2001 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HF51 EXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 EXC shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HF51 EXC have outstanding finance?

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