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YJT 317M

1997 Triumph Bonneville

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,651 mi
Last recorded39,651 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph Bonneville9,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJT 317M
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 39,651 miles

Pre MOT failed miserably ! Stick to Goldfish Bry !

Fail 2 May 2017 39,651 miles

Pre MOT failed miserably ! Stick to Goldfish Bry !

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 May 2016 39,003 miles

I feel the Carburetors are verging on Dangerous and quite probably a threat to all Humanity !

Pass 13 Apr 2015 37,958 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2015 37,958 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 37,252 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 36,326 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 36,326 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 35,995 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 35,972 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 35,795 miles
Fail 9 May 2006 35,714 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front pad wear limit getting low. †Handlebar slighly insecure. †Rear light unit rattling

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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YJT 317M is a 1997 Triumph Bonneville in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 9,264 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 YJT 317M, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Bonneville is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJT 317M registered?

YJT 317M is a 1997 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 3 October 1997.

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