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OE09 ZBZ

2009 Triumph Bonneville 865

Blue Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,896 mi
Last recorded40,896 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Bonneville 8659,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE09 ZBZ
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville 865
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 40,896 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 38,693 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 25 Sep 2024 38,693 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 35,199 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 31,809 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 27,523 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 22,555 miles

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

Rocker cover gasket leaking oil.

Pass 7 Sep 2019 17,949 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2019 17,940 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 11,215 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 6,896 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 6,052 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 5,289 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 4,610 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 3,406 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 1,784 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville 865?

Based on 6,992 MOT tests across 666 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
611
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
666
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 33
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 7
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OE09 ZBZ is a 2009 Triumph Bonneville 865 in Blue with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Bonneville 865 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 9,958 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 865 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 33 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OE09 ZBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE09 ZBZ registered?

OE09 ZBZ is a 2009 Triumph Bonneville 865, first registered on 1 August 2009.

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The MOT history for OE09 ZBZ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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