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VX55 JYU

2005 Triumph Bonneville America

Black Petrol 790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,997 mi
Last recorded31,997 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Bonneville America11,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 JYU
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville America
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine790cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 31,997 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 26,587 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2024 26,587 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 20,063 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 17,707 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 17,131 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 16,222 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 14,214 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 13,450 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 13,421 miles

Nearside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 12,633 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2016 12,616 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 11,137 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 9,475 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 8,416 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 8,416 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 5,526 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 4,600 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 4,539 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 3,694 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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VX55 JYU is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville America in Black with a 790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Bonneville America models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 11,100 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 VX55 JYU, 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 21 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 VX55 JYU registered?

VX55 JYU is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville America, first registered on 14 October 2005.

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