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P125 AUB

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

19,656 mi
Last recorded19,656 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP125 AUB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 19,656 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 19,577 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 19,025 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 18,962 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 18,855 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 18,694 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 18,153 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 18,047 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2017 18,047 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 17,450 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 16,565 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Oct 2014 16,209 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 14,269 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

no number plate illumination.

Fail 29 Jun 2013 14,269 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

no number plate illumination.

Pass 9 Jun 2012 13,519 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2012 13,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Jul 2011 13,039 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 11,776 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2009 10,994 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

oil level seems to be above limit

Pass 9 Jun 2008 10,103 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

drive chain dry,lubrication required

Pass 22 May 2007 9,882 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 8,685 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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P125 AUB is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 P125 AUB, 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.

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What year was P125 AUB registered?

P125 AUB is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 3 June 1997.

Is P125 AUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P125 AUB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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