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FFB 37W

1981 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26 mi
Last recorded26 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 1981 Triumph Bonneville14,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFB 37W
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 26 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017
Pass 24 Mar 2011 35,615 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 32,268 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 32,268 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 31,731 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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FFB 37W is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FFB 37W, 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 FFB 37W?

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What year was FFB 37W registered?

FFB 37W is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 20 March 1981.

Is FFB 37W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFB 37W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FFB 37W have outstanding finance?

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