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DRP 612T

1978 Triumph Bonneville

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

27,749 mi
Last recorded27,749 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Bonneville17,152 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRP 612T
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 27,749 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 27,715 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 26,506 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 26,329 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 24,882 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 23,720 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 21,952 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 20,645 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 28 May 2011 20,645 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 20,064 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 19,392 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2009 19,392 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 17,426 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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DRP 612T is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 DRP 612T, 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

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What year was DRP 612T registered?

DRP 612T is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 30 October 1978.

Is DRP 612T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRP 612T shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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