CarVerify

Free Car Check

MK12 XVU

2012 Triumph Bonneville America 865

Blue Petrol 865cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,030 mi
Last recorded9,030 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Bonneville America 8658,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK12 XVU
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville America 865
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 9,030 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 8,780 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 8,014 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 18 Sep 2023 6,690 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2023 6,690 miles

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2022 6,427 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 5,976 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 5,688 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 5,255 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 5,188 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 4,386 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2017 4,386 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 3,413 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 2,003 miles

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
Full Triumph Bonneville America 865 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MK12 XVU is a 2012 Triumph Bonneville America 865 in Blue 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 America 865 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 8,934 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 MK12 XVU, 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 14 years old, this Triumph Bonneville America 865 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MK12 XVU?

You can check the full history of MK12 XVU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MK12 XVU registered?

MK12 XVU is a 2012 Triumph Bonneville America 865, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is MK12 XVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK12 XVU 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.

Does MK12 XVU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MK12 XVU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.