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GYB 671Y

1983 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,846 mi
Last recorded17,846 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Triumph Thunderbird15,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYB 671Y
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2023 17,846 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 17,126 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 15 Jun 2022 17,126 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 16,787 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 16,660 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2020 16,652 miles

Brake component insecure anchor bracket nut (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front front mud guard bolt looses

Pass 28 Jul 2018 16,465 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 16,465 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 16,254 miles

Indicator tell tale not working but front indicators clearly visible from normal riding position

Fail 5 Mar 2012 15,452 miles

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 15,452 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 15,131 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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GYB 671Y is a 1983 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 15,589 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 GYB 671Y, 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 43 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GYB 671Y registered?

GYB 671Y is a 1983 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 26 January 1983.

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The MOT history for GYB 671Y shows 12 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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