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LML 295W

1981 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,098 mi
Last recorded17,098 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1981 Triumph Bonneville14,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLML 295W
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 17,098 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 16,883 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 16,862 miles

all indicators blank out

Pass 10 Mar 2016 16,002 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 16,001 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Fail 24 Feb 2016 16,000 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2009 15,738 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 15,091 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 15,054 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 14,374 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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LML 295W is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LML 295W, 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

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What year was LML 295W registered?

LML 295W is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is LML 295W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LML 295W shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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