CarVerify

Free Car Check

MWL 949S

1990 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 750cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,838 mi
Last recorded17,838 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1990 Triumph Bonneville13,171 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

RegistrationMWL 949S
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 17,838 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2017 17,683 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 13,492 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 13,492 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 30 Jun 2011 13,427 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

front tyre perishing

Pass 3 Apr 2008 13,188 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2008 13,188 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 12,838 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 12,445 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
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

MWL 949S is a 1990 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 13,171 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 MWL 949S, 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 36 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 MWL 949S?

You can check the full history of MWL 949S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MWL 949S registered?

MWL 949S is a 1990 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 12 March 1990.

Is MWL 949S safe to buy?

The MOT history for MWL 949S shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MWL 949S 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 MWL 949S. 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.