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D47 MCV

1987 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

10,450 mi
Last recorded10,450 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 1987 Triumph Bonneville10,119 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD47 MCV
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 10,450 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 10,427 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 10,422 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 10,349 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 10,273 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 10,245 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 May 2012 10,207 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 May 2012 10,207 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 10,186 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 10,137 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 10,119 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 9,167 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 8,357 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 7,401 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 6,692 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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D47 MCV is a 1987 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 1987 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 10,119 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 D47 MCV, 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 39 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D47 MCV registered?

D47 MCV is a 1987 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 10 March 1987.

Is D47 MCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D47 MCV 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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