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WAL 259M

1973 Triumph Bonneville L

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

858 mi
Last recorded858 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAL 259M
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville L
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2024 858 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 356 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 55 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 55 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose All (4.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 22 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 5 Aug 2011 22 miles

Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Upper Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front offside lower clamp bolt no long enough(tax disc holder fitted to it )

non locking or short bolts fitted to rear shocks

Pass 9 Nov 2006

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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WAL 259M is a 1973 Triumph Bonneville L in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WAL 259M, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Bonneville L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WAL 259M registered?

WAL 259M is a 1973 Triumph Bonneville L, first registered on 21 August 1973.

Is WAL 259M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAL 259M shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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