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OCW 257X

1982 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

39,732 mi
Last recorded39,732 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1982 Triumph Thunderbird22,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCW 257X
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 39,732 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 39,640 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 39,514 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 39,457 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 39,062 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 38,820 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 38,671 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 38,525 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 38,070 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 37,549 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 36,494 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 34,837 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 33,322 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 33,322 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 32,631 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake pads loose in caliper

Fail 21 Jul 2011 32,600 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brake pads loose in caliper

Pass 31 Jul 2010 30,744 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 May 2008 25,893 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 24,440 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 24,392 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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OCW 257X is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 OCW 257X, 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 OCW 257X registered?

OCW 257X is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 January 1982.

Is OCW 257X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCW 257X shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OCW 257X have outstanding finance?

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