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PGM 217X

1982 Triumph Bonneville

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2013
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

31,600 mi
Last recorded31,600 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2012
Typical for 1982 Triumph Bonneville18,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGM 217X
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2012 31,600 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 31,600 miles

Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 31,603 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 31,603 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

rear suspension slightly stiff

Fail 13 Aug 2010 31,603 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

front tyre wall has small cracks

Pass 8 Apr 2009 31,647 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 31,647 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Brake component damaged and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1) DANGEROUS

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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PGM 217X is a 1982 Triumph Bonneville in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 18,217 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 PGM 217X, 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 44 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PGM 217X registered?

PGM 217X is a 1982 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 12 July 1982.

Is PGM 217X safe to buy?

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