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C247 RMV

1985 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

6,883 mi
Last recorded6,883 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1985 Triumph Bonneville8,055 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC247 RMV
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 6,883 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 6,588 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 5,962 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2013 5,116 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 29 Jun 2011 4,806 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 4,806 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 4,682 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 297 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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C247 RMV is a 1985 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1985 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 8,055 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 C247 RMV, 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 41 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C247 RMV registered?

C247 RMV is a 1985 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 23 August 1985.

Is C247 RMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C247 RMV shows 8 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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