MOT Status
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17,697 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake disc(s) has slight run out Front brake drum has slight ovality (3.2.A1m)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play very slight play (2.4.A.2c)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Metalastic bush on steering moving quite a lot
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville?
Based on 235,206 MOT tests across 29,562 vehicles.
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BHJ 221F is a 1997 Triumph Bonneville in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1997 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 9,264 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 BHJ 221F, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was BHJ 221F registered?
BHJ 221F is a 1997 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 25 November 1997.
Is BHJ 221F safe to buy?
The MOT history for BHJ 221F shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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