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FWR 6C

1980 Triumph Thunderbird

Brown Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

40,003 mi
Last recorded40,003 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
4 checks still locked for this Triumph
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWR 6C
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1980
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 30 Jul 2016 40,003 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Oil leak engine ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 10,154 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 3,295 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Upper Brake hose slightly twisted (3.2.B3a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

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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FWR 6C is a 1980 Triumph Thunderbird in Brown with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FWR 6C, 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 46 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FWR 6C?

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What year was FWR 6C registered?

FWR 6C is a 1980 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is FWR 6C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWR 6C shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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