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AJP 43L

1988 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

114 mi
Last recorded114 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Triumph Bonneville6,337 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJP 43L
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 114 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 6,249 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2019 5,976 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 5,424 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 5,181 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 4,574 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 4,139 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 3,719 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 3,255 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 2,560 miles

front stanchions slightly pitted

front tyre has some age cracking

Fail 7 Oct 2010 2,560 miles

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

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

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

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

front fork stanchions slightly pitted

front tyre has slight ageing cracks in sidewall

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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AJP 43L is a 1988 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1988 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 6,337 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 AJP 43L, 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 38 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJP 43L registered?

AJP 43L is a 1988 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 19 April 1988.

Is AJP 43L safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJP 43L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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