Triumph Bonneville Bobber
MotorcycleFrom 214 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm and exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted. The top issue, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, caused 2 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.
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 2 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 2 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 1 |
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 89.5% | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, number plate does not conform to the specified requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Bonneville Bobbers tested had between 1,368 and 4,678 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
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 Bobber MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Bonneville Bobber has a 90.2% MOT pass rate based on 214 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Bonneville Bobber?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Bonneville Bobber is reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear, which caused 2 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Bonneville Bobber at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Bonneville Bobber is 2,842 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 1,368 and 4,678 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.