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DTU 972S

1978 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

23,200 mi
Last recorded23,200 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Bonneville17,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTU 972S
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 23,200 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 23,200 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 May 2017 23,200 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 23,199 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 23,149 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 23,149 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 23,139 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 22,699 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 22,331 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 21,301 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 20,726 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 20,120 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 19,695 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 18,722 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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DTU 972S is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 DTU 972S, 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

How do I check the history of DTU 972S?

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What year was DTU 972S registered?

DTU 972S is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 23 May 1978.

Is DTU 972S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTU 972S shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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