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OBD 247Y

1983 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,658 mi
Last recorded10,658 miles
Recorded on16 May 2015
Typical for 1983 Triumph Thunderbird15,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBD 247Y
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 May 2015 10,658 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)

Front tyre started to perrish

Pass 12 Jul 2014 10,588 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 10,300 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear tyre starting to perrish

Pass 20 Jun 2008 10,226 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 10,156 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 9,962 miles

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

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

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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OBD 247Y is a 1983 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 OBD 247Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OBD 247Y registered?

OBD 247Y is a 1983 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 April 1983.

Is OBD 247Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBD 247Y 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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