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264 VVW

1961 Triumph Bonneville

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,798 mi
Last recorded38,798 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1961 Triumph Bonneville5,296 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration264 VVW
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2025 38,798 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 37,812 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 21,938 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 35,209 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 32,887 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 32,062 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 23,604 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 33,113 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 32,743 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 31,152 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 29,974 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 29,335 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 28,827 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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264 VVW is a 1961 Triumph Bonneville in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 5,296 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 264 VVW, 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 65 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 264 VVW registered?

264 VVW is a 1961 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 20 March 1961.

Is 264 VVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 264 VVW shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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