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VJP 399S

1978 Triumph Bonneville L

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,619 mi
Last recorded2,619 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1978 Triumph Bonneville L17,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJP 399S
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville L
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 2,619 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 12 May 2015 2,619 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.2.B2a)

Pass 12 May 2015 2,619 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 2,563 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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VJP 399S is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville L in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Bonneville L models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 17,748 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 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 VJP 399S, 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 48 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 VJP 399S registered?

VJP 399S is a 1978 Triumph Bonneville L, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is VJP 399S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJP 399S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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