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FTM 517L

1989 Triumph Bonneville

Purple Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

4,912 mi
Last recorded4,912 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTM 517L
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1989
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 4,912 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 3,258 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 1,930 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 203 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 196 miles

Offside Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Aug 2011 148 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 6 Aug 2011 1,312 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 3,052 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 3,052 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 2,981 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 2,981 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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FTM 517L is a 1989 Triumph Bonneville in Purple with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FTM 517L, 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 37 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FTM 517L registered?

FTM 517L is a 1989 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 10 March 1989.

Is FTM 517L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTM 517L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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