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OFB 356R

1977 Triumph Bonneville

Blue Petrol 736cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

11,684 mi
Last recorded11,684 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1977 Triumph Bonneville15,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFB 356R
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine736cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 11,684 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 11,594 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 11,309 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 11,251 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2014 11,327 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 11,112 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 24 Jul 2013 11,100 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 10,713 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2010 10,078 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 May 2009 10,039 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 9,631 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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OFB 356R is a 1977 Triumph Bonneville in Blue with a 736cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 15,497 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 OFB 356R, 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 49 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 OFB 356R registered?

OFB 356R is a 1977 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 18 March 1977.

Is OFB 356R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFB 356R shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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