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BBD 109E

1998 Triumph Bonneville

Purple Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,196 mi
Last recorded4,196 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Bonneville7,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBD 109E
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 4,196 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 3,596 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 3,571 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 May 2011 3,560 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 3,439 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 3,384 miles

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 3,384 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 3,356 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 3,356 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 May 2006 2,927 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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BBD 109E is a 1998 Triumph Bonneville in Purple with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 7,692 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 BBD 109E, 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 28 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 BBD 109E registered?

BBD 109E is a 1998 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 22 June 1998.

Is BBD 109E safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBD 109E shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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