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EWT 148Y

1982 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,738 mi
Last recorded28,738 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 1982 Triumph Bonneville18,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWT 148Y
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2014 28,738 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 May 2013 28,708 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 28,702 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 28,698 miles

slight play in swingarm bushes

Pass 1 Jun 2010 28,471 miles

rear wheel spindle has slight free play

Pass 5 Jun 2009 27,963 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 27,295 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 27,187 miles

Chain guard missing

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 25,866 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear 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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EWT 148Y is a 1982 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,217 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 EWT 148Y, 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 44 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 EWT 148Y registered?

EWT 148Y is a 1982 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 15 November 1982.

Is EWT 148Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWT 148Y shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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