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VX05 GDV

2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865)

Black Petrol 865cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,030 mi
Last recorded12,030 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865)10,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 GDV
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville T 100 (865)
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine865cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 12,030 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 11,462 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 10,734 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 10,118 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 9,212 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 7,964 miles

Brake binding but not excessively both front 7 rear brakes just holding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 7,964 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 7,846 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 7,296 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 6,938 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 6,598 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 6,393 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2011 6,393 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 6,098 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 3,723 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 3,723 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 2,455 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 736 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865)?

Based on 19,432 MOT tests across 1,655 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
511
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
1,655
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 73
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 48
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 48
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 26
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VX05 GDV is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865) in Black with a 865cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865) models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 10,191 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 T 100 (865) fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX05 GDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865) typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX05 GDV registered?

VX05 GDV is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville T 100 (865), first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is VX05 GDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 GDV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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