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COW 202W

1980 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,986 mi
Last recorded24,986 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Triumph Bonneville22,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOW 202W
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 24,986 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 24,719 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 24,361 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 24,201 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 23,978 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 23,420 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 22,733 miles

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

fork gators fitted,unable to check fork seals

Pass 22 May 2012 22,010 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,506 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 21,186 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 20,696 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 19,744 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 18,224 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2007 18,222 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 17,467 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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COW 202W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 22,768 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 COW 202W, 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 46 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was COW 202W registered?

COW 202W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 8 September 1980.

Is COW 202W safe to buy?

The MOT history for COW 202W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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