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A898 TJD

1983 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

7,094 mi
Last recorded7,094 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 Triumph Bonneville11,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA898 TJD
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 7,094 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 6,939 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 6,881 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 6,667 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 6,557 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 6,537 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 6,457 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 5,992 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 5,554 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 5,338 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 4,711 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 4,352 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 4,205 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 4,202 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2010 3,707 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 3,069 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 2,543 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2008 2,543 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 5 Apr 2008 2,543 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2007 1,463 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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A898 TJD is a 1983 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 A898 TJD, 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.

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What year was A898 TJD registered?

A898 TJD is a 1983 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 10 December 1983.

Is A898 TJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A898 TJD shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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