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FCP 282W

1980 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

6,414 mi
Last recorded6,414 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 1980 Triumph Bonneville22,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCP 282W
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 6,414 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 6,253 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 5,953 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 5,951 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 5,950 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 5,950 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 5,862 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 5,793 miles

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

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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FCP 282W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 22,768 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 FCP 282W, 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 46 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 FCP 282W registered?

FCP 282W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is FCP 282W safe to buy?

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