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GNX 796N

1974 Triumph Bonneville

Purple Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,850 mi
Last recorded38,850 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph Bonneville24,131 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNX 796N
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1974
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 38,850 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 37,651 miles

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 36,242 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 33,333 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 30,433 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 30,207 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 30,207 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 29,400 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 29,130 miles

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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GNX 796N is a 1974 Triumph Bonneville in Purple with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 24,131 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GNX 796N, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GNX 796N?

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What year was GNX 796N registered?

GNX 796N is a 1974 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 18 December 1974.

Is GNX 796N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNX 796N shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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