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A525 HPJ

1985 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

7,846 mi
Last recorded7,846 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA525 HPJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2016 7,846 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2015 7,446 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 7,055 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 6,987 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 6,907 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 6,712 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 6,427 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 6,352 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 6,352 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 6,250 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 6,085 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?

Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.

89.1%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
6,108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 473
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 371
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 285
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 249
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 173
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A525 HPJ is a 1985 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

The most common reason a Triumph Thunderbird fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 473 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A525 HPJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Thunderbird typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 41 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A525 HPJ registered?

A525 HPJ is a 1985 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 April 1985.

Is A525 HPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A525 HPJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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