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PSJ 872

1998 Triumph Bonneville

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,745 mi
Last recorded16,745 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Bonneville7,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPSJ 872
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2021 16,745 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 16,356 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 16,066 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 16,066 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 15,789 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 15,296 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 14,610 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 14,188 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 13,717 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 13,194 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 12,934 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 12,274 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 11,545 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 10,948 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 9,885 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 9,030 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 8,718 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 8,718 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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PSJ 872 is a 1998 Triumph Bonneville in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 7,692 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 PSJ 872, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PSJ 872 registered?

PSJ 872 is a 1998 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 31 July 1998.

Is PSJ 872 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PSJ 872 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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