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BFG 18N

1974 Triumph Bonneville

Purple Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,097 mi
Last recorded27,097 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph Bonneville24,131 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFG 18N
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2017 27,097 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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BFG 18N is a 1974 Triumph Bonneville in Purple with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 24,131 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 BFG 18N, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BFG 18N?

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What year was BFG 18N registered?

BFG 18N is a 1974 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 6 August 1974.

Is BFG 18N safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFG 18N shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BFG 18N have outstanding finance?

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