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PDU 914W

1980 Triumph Bonneville

Blue Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,338 mi
Last recorded4,338 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1980 Triumph Bonneville22,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDU 914W
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 4,338 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 4,326 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2010 2,857 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Head lamp glass to secure

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Seat catch to adjust

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 46,267 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Fail 22 Jul 2009 46,175 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 42,769 miles

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Jul 2008 42,741 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 36,179 miles

Centre Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

slight play rear swing arm bushes

Pass 7 Jun 2006 84,356 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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PDU 914W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville in Blue with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 22,768 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 PDU 914W, 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 46 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 PDU 914W registered?

PDU 914W is a 1980 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 1 October 1980.

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