CarVerify

Free Car Check

XMJ 65L

1972 Triumph Bonneville

Gold Petrol 649cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,257 mi
Last recorded24,257 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Triumph Bonneville13,162 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMJ 65L
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 24,257 miles

Slight pitting to N/S front fork stanchion

Slight pitting to O/S front fork stanchion

Pass 17 Jun 2017 24,180 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Fork stanchion (2.3.1)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. Fork stanchion (2.3.1)

Pass 17 May 2016 24,164 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 24,160 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Registration plate cracked

Fail 6 May 2015 24,160 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Registration plate cracked

Pass 20 May 2014 24,156 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

reg plate cracked but letters still legible

Fail 20 May 2014 24,156 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

reg plate cracked but letters still legible

Pass 25 Apr 2013 24,044 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 24,008 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 23,890 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 23,885 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 23,778 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville?

Based on 235,206 MOT tests across 29,562 vehicles.

90.1%
Pass Rate
520
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
29,562
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 907
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 730
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 580
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 393
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 388
Full Triumph Bonneville reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

XMJ 65L is a 1972 Triumph Bonneville in Gold with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 13,162 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 907 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XMJ 65L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 54 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XMJ 65L?

You can check the full history of XMJ 65L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XMJ 65L registered?

XMJ 65L is a 1972 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 24 August 1972.

Is XMJ 65L safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMJ 65L shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XMJ 65L have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on XMJ 65L. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.