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GKB 831L

1973 Triumph Bonneville

Gold Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,260 mi
Last recorded27,260 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Bonneville15,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKB 831L
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2017 27,260 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 26,769 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 26,758 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 26,522 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 25,891 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)

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

Pass 22 May 2010 25,891 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 23 May 2009 24,375 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2008 23,308 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 21,882 miles

data base colour black change colour to gold †on reg doc

Pass 3 Apr 2006 21,464 miles

rear no plate slighty small

Fail 3 Apr 2006 21,464 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

rear no plate slighty small

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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GKB 831L is a 1973 Triumph Bonneville in Gold with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 15,847 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 GKB 831L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GKB 831L registered?

GKB 831L is a 1973 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 23 February 1973.

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