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DFG 36T

1979 Triumph Bonneville

Blue Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,101 mi
Last recorded52,101 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2012
Typical for 1979 Triumph Bonneville20,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFG 36T
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2012 52,101 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 51,954 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 51,691 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 51,691 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 51,684 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 57,636 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 51,587 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 51,489 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 51,350 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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DFG 36T is a 1979 Triumph Bonneville in Blue with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 20,306 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 DFG 36T, 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 47 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DFG 36T?

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What year was DFG 36T registered?

DFG 36T is a 1979 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 3 July 1979.

Is DFG 36T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFG 36T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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