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YGJ 834W

1981 Triumph Bonneville 750

Silver Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,758 mi
Last recorded47,758 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 1981 Triumph Bonneville 75036,926 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGJ 834W
MakeTriumph
ModelBonneville 750
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 47,758 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 77,721 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 May 2008 97,660 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 15 Sep 2006 97,459 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 97,459 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2005 97,412 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 97,412 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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YGJ 834W is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville 750 in Silver with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Bonneville 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 36,926 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 750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YGJ 834W, 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 45 years old, this Triumph Bonneville 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YGJ 834W registered?

YGJ 834W is a 1981 Triumph Bonneville 750, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is YGJ 834W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGJ 834W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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