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DRL 343V

1980 Triumph Bonneville L

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,308 mi
Last recorded46,308 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2021
Typical for 1980 Triumph Bonneville L14,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRL 343V
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville L
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2021 46,308 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 46,119 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 46,069 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2013 45,900 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 45,523 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Rear Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2011 43,656 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 42,759 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 41,526 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 40,089 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 38,722 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 36,614 miles

handle bar mountings poor

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville L?

Based on 1,175 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
274
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Direction indicator not working 6
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 3
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DRL 343V is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville L in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Bonneville L models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 14,228 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Bonneville L fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRL 343V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville L typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this Triumph Bonneville L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DRL 343V registered?

DRL 343V is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville L, first registered on 8 April 1980.

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