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BJE 826V

1979 Triumph Bonneville

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

3,431 mi
Last recorded3,431 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Bonneville20,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJE 826V
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2019 3,431 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Sep 2019 3,431 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 2,999 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Sep 2018 2,999 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 2,366 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 1,784 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 1,005 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 863 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 28,079 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2012 27,877 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 27,716 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 27,504 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 27,144 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 May 2007 25,590 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 24,332 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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BJE 826V is a 1979 Triumph Bonneville in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 20,306 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 BJE 826V, 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 47 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJE 826V registered?

BJE 826V is a 1979 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 13 November 1979.

Is BJE 826V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJE 826V shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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