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BAB 814S

1977 Triumph Bonneville

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

32,824 mi
Last recorded32,824 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
Typical for 1977 Triumph Bonneville15,497 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAB 814S
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 32,824 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 32,686 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 32,259 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 31,771 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 31,495 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Uneven treadwear on rear tyre

front fork gaiters fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2011 31,405 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 30,992 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 30,755 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 May 2008 28,423 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 27,625 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 May 2006 27,022 miles

foot rest rubbers worn.

Fail 13 May 2006 27,022 miles

Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

foot rest rubbers worn.

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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BAB 814S is a 1977 Triumph Bonneville in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 15,497 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 BAB 814S, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BAB 814S registered?

BAB 814S is a 1977 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 2 August 1977.

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The MOT history for BAB 814S shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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