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SKO 970R

1977 Triumph Bonneville 750

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,960 mi
Last recorded29,960 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 1977 Triumph Bonneville 75010,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKO 970R
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville 750
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 29,960 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 29,919 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 29,776 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Jun 2013 29,671 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 29,671 miles

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 29,641 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 29,550 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 29,418 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 29,418 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 29,297 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 27,377 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 25,734 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 23,549 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Bonneville 750?

Based on 686 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute 3
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 3
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SKO 970R is a 1977 Triumph Bonneville 750 in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Bonneville 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 10,098 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Bonneville 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SKO 970R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Bonneville 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 49 years old, this Triumph Bonneville 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SKO 970R registered?

SKO 970R is a 1977 Triumph Bonneville 750, first registered on 1 April 1977.

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The MOT history for SKO 970R shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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