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RRK 517W

1981 Triumph Bonneville L

Blue Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,266 mi
Last recorded12,266 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 1981 Triumph Bonneville L17,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRK 517W
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville L
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 22 May 2020 12,266 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 11,956 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 11,773 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 11,760 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 11,747 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 11,518 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 11,505 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 11,404 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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RRK 517W is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville L in Blue with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Bonneville L models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 17,000 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 RRK 517W, 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 45 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 RRK 517W registered?

RRK 517W is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville L, first registered on 23 January 1981.

Is RRK 517W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRK 517W shows 8 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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