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A881 JFV

1983 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,967 mi
Last recorded13,967 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2022
Typical for 1983 Triumph Bonneville11,941 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA881 JFV
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2022 13,967 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 13,980 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 13,971 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 13,971 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 13,959 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 13,874 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 13,838 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 13,838 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 May 2006 13,768 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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A881 JFV is a 1983 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 11,941 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 A881 JFV, 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 43 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 A881 JFV registered?

A881 JFV is a 1983 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is A881 JFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A881 JFV shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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