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YSG 279K

1972 Triumph Bonneville

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,103 mi
Last recorded48,103 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 1972 Triumph Bonneville13,162 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSG 279K
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 30 May 2023 48,103 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 47,433 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 47,219 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 46,287 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 45,243 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 44,295 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 43,283 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 42,732 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 42,125 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 41,245 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 40,485 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 39,999 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 38,684 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 37,059 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 36,128 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 35,175 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2005 34,081 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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YSG 279K is a 1972 Triumph Bonneville in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Bonneville models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 13,162 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 YSG 279K, 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 54 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 YSG 279K registered?

YSG 279K is a 1972 Triumph Bonneville, first registered on 12 May 1972.

Is YSG 279K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSG 279K shows 17 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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