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KTN 544P

1981 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,581 mi
Last recorded27,581 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1981 Triumph Bonneville14,752 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKTN 544P
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 27,581 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 26,383 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 26,383 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 25,013 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 25,013 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 32,283 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 30,476 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 30,476 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 29,493 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 27,355 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jul 2006 25,263 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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KTN 544P is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 14,752 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 KTN 544P, 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 45 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 KTN 544P?

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What year was KTN 544P registered?

KTN 544P is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 21 December 1981.

Is KTN 544P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KTN 544P shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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