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BMC 953T

1979 Triumph Bonneville L

Green Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,047 mi
Last recorded4,047 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Bonneville L22,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMC 953T
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville L
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 4,047 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 4,000 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 3,598 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 3,425 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 May 2015 3,425 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 3,311 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 May 2013 2,055 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 May 2013 2,055 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 686 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 686 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2010 501 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 501 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 5 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 52,586 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville L?

Based on 1,175 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
274
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Direction indicator not working 6
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 3
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BMC 953T is a 1979 Triumph Bonneville L in Green with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Bonneville L models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 22,938 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 L fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BMC 953T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville L typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 47 years old, this Triumph Bonneville L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BMC 953T registered?

BMC 953T is a 1979 Triumph Bonneville L, first registered on 30 June 1979.

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