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A859 GNR

1984 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

10,211 mi
Last recorded10,211 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 1984 Triumph Thunderbird15,085 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA859 GNR
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 10,211 miles

Handlebar mounting bushes slight movement.

Pass 15 Jun 2023 10,182 miles

Handlebar mount slight free play.

Engine oil leak.

Pass 13 Jun 2022 10,167 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 10,136 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 10,093 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 10,061 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 10,039 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 9,965 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 9,962 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 9,888 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 9,810 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 9,697 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 9,677 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 9,563 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 9,563 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 9,487 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 9,376 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 9,376 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 9,372 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 9,246 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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A859 GNR is a 1984 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1984 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.1% with a typical mileage of 15,085 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 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 A859 GNR, 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 42 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A859 GNR registered?

A859 GNR is a 1984 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 February 1984.

Is A859 GNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A859 GNR shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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