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BHW 117A

1996 Triumph Bonneville

Silver Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,067 mi
Last recorded1,067 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 1996 Triumph Bonneville11,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHW 117A
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 1,067 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 4,180 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 3,375 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 2,454 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 1,129 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

slight play swing arm bush

Pass 8 Sep 2012 9,052 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 7,543 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 6,366 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 652 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 652 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 4,908 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Sep 2008 4,908 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn control not readily accesible. (1.7.2a)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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BHW 117A is a 1996 Triumph Bonneville in Silver with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 11,018 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 BHW 117A, 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 30 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BHW 117A registered?

BHW 117A is a 1996 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is BHW 117A safe to buy?

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