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BMO 691T

1978 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,944 mi
Last recorded39,944 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 1978 Triumph Bonneville17,152 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMO 691T
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 39,944 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 39,907 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 39,750 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 39,745 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 39,305 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 38,781 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 38,781 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 38,219 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 30 Aug 2006 38,219 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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BMO 691T is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,152 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 BMO 691T, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BMO 691T registered?

BMO 691T is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 7 November 1978.

Is BMO 691T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMO 691T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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