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K400 SNK

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,583 mi
Last recorded13,583 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK400 SNK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 13,583 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 12,521 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 11,343 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 9,810 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 9,132 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 8,300 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 7,351 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 6,866 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 5,535 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 5,281 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 4,151 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 4,800 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 4,705 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 4,452 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 4,309 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 3,700 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 3,292 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 3,214 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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K400 SNK is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 15,292 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 K400 SNK, 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 29 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 K400 SNK registered?

K400 SNK is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 April 1997.

Is K400 SNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for K400 SNK shows 18 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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