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DRL 342V

1980 Triumph Bonneville

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,477 mi
Last recorded6,477 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 1980 Triumph Bonneville22,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRL 342V
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 6,477 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Feb 2017 6,463 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 6,463 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 6,463 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 6,463 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front stop only

speedo not working

Pass 7 May 2008 6,463 miles

stop light rear brake only

Fail 7 May 2008 6,463 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

stop light rear brake only

Pass 9 Jun 2006 6,263 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

no indicators fitted

Fail 8 Jun 2006 6,463 miles

Nearside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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DRL 342V is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 DRL 342V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRL 342V registered?

DRL 342V is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 31 March 1980.

Is DRL 342V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRL 342V shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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