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957 YTD

1962 Triumph Bonneville

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

7,079 mi
Last recorded7,079 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1962 Triumph Bonneville4,128 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration957 YTD
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1962
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 7,079 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 7,066 miles

very slight notch in steering

Fail 5 Aug 2016 7,063 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

very slight notch in steering

Pass 1 Jul 2015 7,030 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 7,020 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2013 7,001 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 6,964 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 6,959 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2010 6,926 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 6,917 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 May 2008 6,875 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 8 May 2007 6,845 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2006 6,832 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

oil leak

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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957 YTD is a 1962 Triumph Bonneville in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1962 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.0% with a typical mileage of 4,128 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 957 YTD, 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 64 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 957 YTD registered?

957 YTD is a 1962 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 17 April 1962.

Is 957 YTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 957 YTD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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