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JWR 687Y

1982 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,531 mi
Last recorded3,531 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 1982 Triumph Thunderbird22,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJWR 687Y
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2026 3,531 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 2,851 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 1,914 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2023 1,347 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 512 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 1 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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JWR 687Y is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 22,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JWR 687Y, 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 44 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JWR 687Y registered?

JWR 687Y is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 August 1982.

Is JWR 687Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JWR 687Y shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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