MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,490 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville?
Based on 235,206 MOT tests across 29,562 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FDE 71W is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1981 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 14,752 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 FDE 71W, 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 45 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 FDE 71W?
You can check the full history of FDE 71W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was FDE 71W registered?
FDE 71W is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 30 March 1981.
Is FDE 71W safe to buy?
The MOT history for FDE 71W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FDE 71W have outstanding finance?
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