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BBJ 617S

1978 Triumph Bonneville

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,134 mi
Last recorded44,134 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 1978 Triumph Bonneville17,152 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBJ 617S
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 44,134 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 42,692 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 41,713 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 39,122 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 36,875 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 33,034 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 30,192 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 16 Feb 2012 27,219 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 27,219 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 24,608 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 22,947 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 20,162 miles

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.

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BBJ 617S registered?

BBJ 617S is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 31 December 1978.

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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.

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