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2009 Triumph Bonneville America 865
MOT Status
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38,226 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre perished
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering No gap on nearside (2.4 (a))
All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Rear Tyre perished
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front and rear (1.2.1 (e))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Tyre perished
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Oil leak
Speedo cable guide rubber split
Battery voltage low (flat)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal limit (1mm) (4.1.3(ii))
Offside Oil leak Engine casing ()
Rear Tyre has oil on sidewall
Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville America 865?
Based on 6,333 MOT tests across 579 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YT59 VTU is a 2009 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 87.5%.
Across all 2009 Triumph Bonneville America 865 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 9,177 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 YT59 VTU, 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 17 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 YT59 VTU registered?
YT59 VTU is a 2009 Triumph Bonneville America 865, first registered on 1 October 2009.
Is YT59 VTU safe to buy?
The MOT history for YT59 VTU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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