2019 Triumph Bonneville 0.9L Petrol · T88 AAB

With five MOT tests recorded across the vehicle's life and not a single failure or refusal among them, the official DVSA record presents a clean and unbroken run of roadworthiness. The most recent examination on 10 March 2026 recorded no defects at all, and the previous test at the end of March 2025 also passed, carrying only minor advisory items relating to tyre age. Earlier tests in 2024, 2023, and 2022 were all completed without advisories of any kind. Taken in isolation, this pattern indicates the motorcycle has consistently met statutory safety and emissions standards without any component being flagged as defective at the point of test, though it should be noted that MOT history alone cannot confirm broader mechanical condition, servicing, or hidden wear. Against a seven-year age, the recorded mileage of 5,631 miles equates to a usage rate of roughly 804 miles per year, which is exceptionally low even by motorcycle standards and points strongly to extended periods of the vehicle being stationary rather than regular riding. There are no notable gaps between the annual MOT entries, with the motorcycle appearing to have been tested consecutively every year since 2022, which suggests it has remained on the road and SORN-exempt throughout. Such low annual mileage means that wear-sensitive consumables such as brake pads, discs, chain and sprockets, and tyres are unlikely to have accumulated the kind of fatigue seen on higher-mileage machines. Conversely, prolonged standing periods carry their own mechanical considerations: fuel systems can degrade, seals and gaskets may dry out, brake calipers can seize, and tyres can suffer sidewall hardening or develop flat profiles from carrying load while stationary — all of which warrant particular attention on a vehicle of this usage profile. The advisories recorded on this motorcycle are minor, but they point to specific areas worth examining closely before purchase. The 2025 test flagged both front and rear tyres as being over five years old, which on a motorcycle of this very low mileage is entirely consistent with the original tyres potentially still being fitted. Age-hardened motorcycle tyres compromise grip particularly in the wet and on cold surfaces, and any front-end vagueness, delayed turn-in, or sliding under hard braking on a test ride should be treated seriously. Both tyres should be inspected for cracking in the sidewalls, uneven wear patterns indicating alignment or suspension geometry issues, and proper cold pressures. Given that a motorcycle relies overwhelmingly on the rear tyre for drive and the front for steering and the majority of braking, replacement of motorcycle tyres on age alone is a sensible precaution if they are the originals. The 2024 advisory noted a bent clutch lever, a relatively trivial item but one that can affect cable routing, lever feel, and smooth disengagement, so the operation of the clutch should be checked for any notchiness, excessive free play, or inconsistent bite point during a test ride. Beyond the advisories, the absence of any recorded brake, suspension, exhaust, or lighting advisories across the entire history is a positive indicator, but low-mileage motorcycles frequently hide issues that do not manifest during a stationary MOT inspection. On a test ride, particular attention should be paid to brake lever feel: any sponginess, excessive lever travel, or a binding caliper that fails to release cleanly suggests corrosion or piston seizure from disuse, especially given the annual mileage. Listen for knocks or clonks from the front end over bumps, which could indicate worn headstock bearings or top yoke issues that may not be flagged at low speed. Check for any signs of corrosion on the exhaust system, engine cases, and frame, even though nothing of this nature has been recorded to date. Finally, given the very low usage, inspect for evidence of regular starting and short-trip use only, and verify the age and condition of the battery, as a motorcycle standing for extended periods between rides is prone to electrical issues that an MOT would not necessarily detect.