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LB09 XRK

2009 Triumph Bonneville America 865

Blue Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

44,480 mi
Last recorded44,480 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Bonneville America 8659,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB09 XRK
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville America 865
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 44,480 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 37,146 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 30,499 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 Mar 2024 30,499 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 30,380 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 29,936 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 29,755 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 29,694 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 28,870 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 26,768 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 26,745 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2016 24,214 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 20,393 miles

Front tyre in a poor condition.

Pass 13 Sep 2014 18,647 miles

head lamp bulb may not be correctly located.

rear tyre tread getting low.

steering head bearings slightly rough.

Pass 9 Sep 2013 16,893 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 14,430 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Sep 2012 14,430 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville America 865?

Based on 6,333 MOT tests across 579 vehicles.

89.9%
Pass Rate
658
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
579
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 23
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
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LB09 XRK is a 2009 Triumph Bonneville America 865 in Blue with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Bonneville America 865 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 9,177 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 America 865 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LB09 XRK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville America 865 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Triumph Bonneville America 865 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LB09 XRK registered?

LB09 XRK is a 2009 Triumph Bonneville America 865, first registered on 27 August 2009.

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