2012 Triumph Bonneville 0.9L Petrol · FE12 SVY

This Triumph Bonneville presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 20 June 2025 at 10,784 miles resulting in a pass and zero defects recorded. The preceding four annual tests, spanning from 17 June 2021 through 24 June 2024, all passed without advisories or failures. This consistent five-year run of defect-free results indicates a well-maintained machine with no recurring mechanical or structural issues flagged by the testing regime. The mileage pattern reveals exceptionally low usage for a 2012 machine. Over the four-year window from the June 2021 test at 9,196 miles to the June 2025 test at 10,784 miles, the motorcycle covered just 1,588 miles, averaging roughly 397 miles per year. The annual increments are steady and modest, with no sudden spikes in accumulation or suspicious gaps between test dates. Such low mileage typically limits wear on consumable components like brake pads, chains, and tyres, though prolonged periods of standing can introduce its own concerns. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection focused on components that low-mileage, long-term storage can quietly degrade. Suspension seals, fork oil, and steering head bearings may have dried or deteriorated from infrequent use rather than wear. Tyres should be checked for sidewall cracking and date codes, as rubber ages regardless of tread depth. Brake calipers and discs should be examined for corrosion or binding that might not manifest on short test rides. Fuel system integrity, including tank lining and fuel lines, warrants attention given the risk of ethanol-related degradation in a machine that may sit for extended periods. The structural integrity of the frame, welds, and subframe should be inspected carefully, as corrosion can develop in dormant machines stored in suboptimal conditions. The exhaust system, particularly the headers and collector, should be checked for internal rust and joint integrity. Finally, a cold-start assessment and a test ride under varied loads will reveal any stiction, carburetion, or ignition issues that a static inspection might miss. The MOT record is reassuring, but it cannot substitute for hands-on evaluation of a low-mileage motorcycle that has likely spent significant time stationary.