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EGC 164J

1970 Triumph Bonneville

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,651 mi
Last recorded16,651 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1970 Triumph Bonneville9,497 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGC 164J
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 16,651 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 16,648 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 16,519 miles

Front front tyre has minor cracking on side wall

Pass 2 May 2015 16,277 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 16,080 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 15,914 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 15,801 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 15,538 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 15,349 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 15,173 miles

Front tyre is starting to perish

Fail 10 May 2008 15,173 miles

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

Front tyre is starting to perish

Pass 10 May 2008 15,173 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 15,093 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 14,842 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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EGC 164J is a 1970 Triumph Bonneville in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.8% with a typical mileage of 9,497 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 EGC 164J, 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 56 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 EGC 164J registered?

EGC 164J is a 1970 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is EGC 164J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGC 164J 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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