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C561 VLA

1986 Triumph Bonneville

Orange Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,746 mi
Last recorded9,746 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Triumph Bonneville10,108 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC561 VLA
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1986
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 9,746 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 9,744 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 9,741 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 9,738 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 9,725 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 9,722 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 9,691 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 9,664 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 9,613 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 9,577 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 9,376 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 9,143 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 8,895 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 8,707 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 8,404 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 8,312 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 8,026 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 7,440 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 7,087 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 6,612 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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C561 VLA is a 1986 Triumph Bonneville in Orange with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 10,108 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C561 VLA, 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 40 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C561 VLA?

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What year was C561 VLA registered?

C561 VLA is a 1986 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 6 February 1986.

Is C561 VLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C561 VLA shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C561 VLA have outstanding finance?

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