CarVerify

Free Car Check

HVG 243L

1991 Triumph Bonneville

Red Petrol 744cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,451 mi
Last recorded16,451 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1991 Triumph Bonneville13,802 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 243L
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 16,451 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 16,431 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 16,402 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 16,392 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 16,176 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 16,058 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 14,901 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 14,771 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front tyre starting to crack on side walls.

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 14,522 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 14,493 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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
Full Triumph Bonneville reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HVG 243L is a 1991 Triumph Bonneville in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1991 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 13,802 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 HVG 243L, 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 35 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HVG 243L?

You can check the full history of HVG 243L by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HVG 243L registered?

HVG 243L is a 1991 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 26 July 1991.

Is HVG 243L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVG 243L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HVG 243L have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HVG 243L. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.