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GTX 421W

1980 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,605 mi
Last recorded18,605 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 1980 Triumph Bonneville22,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTX 421W
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2018 18,605 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 18,078 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 17,696 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 17,472 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 17,244 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 17,244 miles

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

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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GTX 421W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 22,768 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 GTX 421W, 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 46 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 GTX 421W?

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What year was GTX 421W registered?

GTX 421W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is GTX 421W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTX 421W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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