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2012 Triumph Bonneville America 865
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37,524 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick on the metal (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated silencer has small hole (7.1.1a)
How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville America 865?
Based on 6,333 MOT tests across 579 vehicles.
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VN61 GLY is a 2012 Triumph Bonneville America 865 in Blue with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 VN61 GLY, 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.
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What year was VN61 GLY registered?
VN61 GLY is a 2012 Triumph Bonneville America 865, first registered on 28 January 2012.
Is VN61 GLY safe to buy?
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