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DRG 257W

1980 Triumph Bonneville

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2021
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,458 mi
Last recorded35,458 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2020
Typical for 1980 Triumph Bonneville22,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRG 257W
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Feb 2020 35,458 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 35,419 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 34,933 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2008 34,870 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 34,573 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 34,124 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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DRG 257W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 22,768 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 DRG 257W, 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 46 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DRG 257W registered?

DRG 257W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 17 October 1980.

Is DRG 257W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRG 257W shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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