MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
44,134 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville?
Based on 235,206 MOT tests across 29,562 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BBJ 617S is a 1978 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 1978 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,152 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 BBJ 617S, 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.
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How do I check the history of BBJ 617S?
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What year was BBJ 617S registered?
BBJ 617S is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 31 December 1978.
Is BBJ 617S safe to buy?
The MOT history for BBJ 617S 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.
Does BBJ 617S have outstanding finance?
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