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CGH 612S

1978 Triumph Bonneville

Bronze Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,163 mi
Last recorded20,163 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Bonneville17,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGH 612S
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1978
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 20,163 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 19,949 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 19,491 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 18,688 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 16,093 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 15,207 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 14,738 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 13,375 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 13,344 miles

Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2008 12,101 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 12,088 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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CGH 612S is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville in Bronze with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CGH 612S, 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 CGH 612S registered?

CGH 612S is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is CGH 612S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGH 612S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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