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OU04 BVL

2004 Triumph Bonneville America

Blue Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

41,755 mi
Last recorded41,755 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Triumph Bonneville America11,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 BVL
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville America
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2022 41,755 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 5 May 2021 40,905 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 5 May 2021 40,905 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 40,286 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 39,266 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 38,968 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 38,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2016 38,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 38,083 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 36,579 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 34,689 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 24 Mar 2012 32,772 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 32,772 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 29,042 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 29,042 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 27,026 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 23,627 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 19,569 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 14,723 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville America?

Based on 7,487 MOT tests across 573 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
549
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
573
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 60
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 52
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 35
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
wheel bearings have excessive free play 14
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OU04 BVL is a 2004 Triumph Bonneville America in Blue with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Bonneville America models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 11,626 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU04 BVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville America typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Triumph Bonneville America is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU04 BVL registered?

OU04 BVL is a 2004 Triumph Bonneville America, first registered on 26 March 2004.

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The MOT history for OU04 BVL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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