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D740 TBM

1987 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

25,309 mi
Last recorded25,309 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2021
Typical for 1987 Triumph Bonneville10,119 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD740 TBM
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2021 25,309 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Jul 2021 25,296 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 24,792 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 23,497 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 23,497 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 23,372 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 22,551 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 19,903 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 18,164 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 15,851 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 15,768 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 15,292 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 13,936 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 11,745 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 10,550 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 9,038 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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D740 TBM is a 1987 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 D740 TBM, 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 D740 TBM registered?

D740 TBM is a 1987 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 27 May 1987.

Is D740 TBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D740 TBM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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