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VGV 240X

1982 Triumph Bonneville

Blue Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,829 mi
Last recorded37,829 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2009
Typical for 1982 Triumph Bonneville18,217 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGV 240X
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2009 37,829 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 37,782 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 37,769 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 37,554 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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VGV 240X is a 1982 Triumph Bonneville in Blue with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VGV 240X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VGV 240X registered?

VGV 240X is a 1982 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 8 February 1982.

Is VGV 240X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGV 240X shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VGV 240X have outstanding finance?

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