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FGV 307T

1979 Triumph Bonneville 750

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,292 mi
Last recorded1,292 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Bonneville 75019,040 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGV 307T
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville 750
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 1,292 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 1,037 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 721 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 72 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2015 72 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working replaced bulb (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 69 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville 750?

Based on 686 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute 3
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 3
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FGV 307T is a 1979 Triumph Bonneville 750 in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Bonneville 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 19,040 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 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FGV 307T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 47 years old, this Triumph Bonneville 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FGV 307T registered?

FGV 307T is a 1979 Triumph Bonneville 750, first registered on 2 May 1979.

Is FGV 307T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGV 307T 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.

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