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FYA 127J

1996 Triumph Bonneville

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,330 mi
Last recorded5,330 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2009
Typical for 1996 Triumph Bonneville11,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYA 127J
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2009 5,330 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 53,271 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 5,322 miles

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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

Fail 5 Jan 2007 5,322 miles

Front Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Brake component is slightly distorted (3.1.5)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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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FYA 127J is a 1996 Triumph Bonneville in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 11,018 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 FYA 127J, 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 30 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 FYA 127J registered?

FYA 127J is a 1996 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is FYA 127J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYA 127J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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