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FYY 178W

1980 Triumph Bonneville L

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

36,250 mi
Last recorded36,250 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1980 Triumph Bonneville L14,228 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYY 178W
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville L
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 36,250 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 36,234 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 35,929 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 35,375 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 34,185 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 33,995 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 33,959 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 33,881 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 33,781 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 33,764 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 32,679 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 32,056 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 31,490 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 30,479 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 30,423 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 30,244 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 30,053 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 30,053 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 May 2008 30,025 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 30,011 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 29,549 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville L?

Based on 1,175 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
274
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Direction indicator not working 6
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 3
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FYY 178W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville L in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Bonneville L models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 14,228 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Bonneville L fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FYY 178W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville L typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this Triumph Bonneville L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FYY 178W?

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What year was FYY 178W registered?

FYY 178W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville L, first registered on 6 August 1980.

Is FYY 178W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYY 178W shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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