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D786 DLL

1987 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

81,525 mi
Last recorded81,525 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2022
Typical for 1987 Triumph Bonneville10,119 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD786 DLL
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2022 81,525 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 12,633 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 45,379 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 73,555 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2019 72,555 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 70,986 miles

Central Front Slight perishing.

Pass 1 Feb 2017 71,109 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 55,789 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 31,132 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 12,904 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2013 12,904 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 13,682 miles

swing arm has slight play

Pass 2 May 2010 71,556 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 25 Apr 2010 71,556 miles

Rear Brake component cracked and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 54,039 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 54,027 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 47,425 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 25,505 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 20,998 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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D786 DLL is a 1987 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 D786 DLL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D786 DLL registered?

D786 DLL is a 1987 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 4 June 1987.

Is D786 DLL safe to buy?

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