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AMK 522T

1979 Triumph Bonneville

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,396 mi
Last recorded57,396 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2018
Typical for 1979 Triumph Bonneville20,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMK 522T
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2018 57,396 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2018 57,396 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Sep 2011 55,001 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 54,948 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2010 54,197 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 54,000 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 52,313 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 50,977 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

daylight only m.o.t

Fail 29 Mar 2007 50,977 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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AMK 522T is a 1979 Triumph Bonneville in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 20,306 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 AMK 522T, 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 47 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 AMK 522T registered?

AMK 522T is a 1979 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 29 May 1979.

Is AMK 522T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMK 522T 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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