Triumph Bonneville America
MotorcycleFrom 415 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing or inoperative, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a direction indicator lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a lamp missing or inoperative, caused 5 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 5 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 3 |
| audible warning not working | 2 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 2 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 1 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 3.7% of Bonneville America failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £51.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 88.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
| 2007 | 88.1% | audible warning not working, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution |
Typical mileage
Half of all Bonneville Americas tested had between 9,570 and 21,730 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 14,919 median miles, the Bonneville America has 0.074 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Triumph models
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.9% |
| Triumph Tiger | 91.6% |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.1% |
| Triumph Daytona | 85.9% |
| Triumph Speed Triple | 88.7% |
Common questions
What is the Triumph Bonneville America MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Bonneville America has a 88.9% MOT pass rate based on 415 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Bonneville America?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Bonneville America is a lamp missing or inoperative, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Bonneville America at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Bonneville America is 14,919 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 9,570 and 21,730 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.