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OU57 FAJ

2008 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler

Yellow Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

11,980 mi
Last recorded11,980 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler8,664 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU57 FAJ
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville Scrambler
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 11,980 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 11,644 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 9,704 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 9,503 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 9,503 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 9,153 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 8,585 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 7,590 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 6,716 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 5,058 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 4,634 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 2,698 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 2,322 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 1,918 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 1,915 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 1,333 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville Scrambler?

Based on 2,260 MOT tests across 234 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
505
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
234
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
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OU57 FAJ is a 2008 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler in Yellow with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 8,664 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Bonneville Scrambler fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU57 FAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville Scrambler typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Bonneville Scrambler is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU57 FAJ registered?

OU57 FAJ is a 2008 Triumph Bonneville Scrambler, first registered on 21 February 2008.

Is OU57 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU57 FAJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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