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DMW 71L

1973 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,786 mi
Last recorded21,786 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Bonneville15,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDMW 71L
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 21,786 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 21,388 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 20,903 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 20,865 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 20,566 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 19,650 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 19,647 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2009 18,686 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 18,061 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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DMW 71L is a 1973 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 15,847 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 DMW 71L, 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 53 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 DMW 71L?

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What year was DMW 71L registered?

DMW 71L is a 1973 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 11 May 1973.

Is DMW 71L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DMW 71L 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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