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TSP 917S

1978 Triumph Bonneville L

Bronze Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,811 mi
Last recorded6,811 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1978 Triumph Bonneville L17,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSP 917S
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville L
Year1978
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2013 6,811 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 6,782 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 6,585 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

offside mirror cracked

Pass 17 Sep 2009 6,248 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 6,164 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 6,003 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 5,868 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville L?

Based on 1,175 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
274
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Direction indicator not working 6
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling 3
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TSP 917S is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville L in Bronze with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Bonneville L models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 17,748 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Bonneville L fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TSP 917S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville L typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Triumph Bonneville L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TSP 917S registered?

TSP 917S is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville L, first registered on 7 April 1978.

Is TSP 917S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSP 917S shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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