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C74 EDV

1985 Triumph Bonneville

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

28,691 mi
Last recorded28,691 miles
Recorded on5 May 2022
Typical for 1985 Triumph Bonneville8,055 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC74 EDV
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2022 28,691 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 27,411 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 26,050 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 25,668 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 25,389 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 22,365 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 21,700 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 May 2007 21,472 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 20,085 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 20,084 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

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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C74 EDV is a 1985 Triumph Bonneville in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 C74 EDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C74 EDV?

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What year was C74 EDV registered?

C74 EDV is a 1985 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 30 December 1985.

Is C74 EDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C74 EDV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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