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OUW 15L

1972 Triumph Bonneville

Maroon Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,487 mi
Last recorded29,487 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2011
Typical for 1972 Triumph Bonneville13,162 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUW 15L
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2011 29,487 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 2 Aug 2011 29,487 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 29,487 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Outer Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 29,487 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 29,487 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Indicators not fitted

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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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OUW 15L is a 1972 Triumph Bonneville in Maroon with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 13,162 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 OUW 15L, 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 54 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 OUW 15L?

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What year was OUW 15L registered?

OUW 15L is a 1972 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 1 September 1972.

Is OUW 15L safe to buy?

The MOT history for OUW 15L shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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