MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,830 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
fork stanchions worn
rear foot ruber worn
Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)
How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville?
Based on 235,206 MOT tests across 29,562 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TMG 238Y is a 1983 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.
Across all 1983 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 11,941 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 TMG 238Y, 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 43 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was TMG 238Y registered?
TMG 238Y is a 1983 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 14 July 1983.
Is TMG 238Y safe to buy?
The MOT history for TMG 238Y shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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