Triumph Bonneville America 865
MotorcycleFrom 421 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, projected beam image is obviously incorrect, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, 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 direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| projected beam image is obviously incorrect | 3 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 3 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| a tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 26.9% of Bonneville America 865 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 £60.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 90.4% | a tyre with a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, headlamp reflector or lens slightly defective |
Typical mileage
Half of all Bonneville America 865s tested had between 10,000 and 21,763 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 14,664 median miles, the Bonneville America 865 has 0.095 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 865 MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Bonneville America 865 has a 86% MOT pass rate based on 421 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Bonneville America 865?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Bonneville America 865 is a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include projected beam image is obviously incorrect.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Bonneville America 865 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Bonneville America 865 is 14,664 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 10,000 and 21,763 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.