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WA54 LJK

2005 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 904cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

41,847 mi
Last recorded41,847 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Bonneville10,225 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA54 LJK
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine904cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 41,847 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 38,546 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 36,912 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 36,087 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 34,348 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 33,786 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 33,126 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 31,849 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 29,837 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 29,837 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2016 26,502 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 22 Aug 2015 23,740 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 21,582 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 20,242 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 17,956 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2011 17,393 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 14,758 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 12,108 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 7,212 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 5,002 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
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WA54 LJK is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 904cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 10,225 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WA54 LJK, 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 21 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA54 LJK registered?

WA54 LJK is a 2005 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 1 February 2005.

Is WA54 LJK safe to buy?

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