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DMA 647S

1978 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

12,797 mi
Last recorded12,797 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2021
Typical for 1978 Triumph Bonneville17,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMA 647S
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2021 12,797 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 12,393 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 12,099 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 10,589 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 9,649 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 7,950 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 7,221 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 6,382 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 5,133 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 4,273 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 3,900 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 3,900 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 3,591 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 3,379 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 3,177 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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DMA 647S is a 1978 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 1978 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,152 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 DMA 647S, 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 48 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 DMA 647S?

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What year was DMA 647S registered?

DMA 647S is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 13 April 1978.

Is DMA 647S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMA 647S 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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