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AAU 131T

1978 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

19,070 mi
Last recorded19,070 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Bonneville17,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAU 131T
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 19,070 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 17,038 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 15,885 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 15,837 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 15,582 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 15,108 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 14,664 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 13,893 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 13,893 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 12,649 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 12,649 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 11,986 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 11,114 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 9,965 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 9,069 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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AAU 131T is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,152 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 AAU 131T, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AAU 131T?

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What year was AAU 131T registered?

AAU 131T is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is AAU 131T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAU 131T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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