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1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,499 mi
Last recorded22,499 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP160 NOW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 22,499 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 22,304 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 22,304 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 21,445 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 21,430 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 21,273 miles

Battery voltage low causing the horn to be affected by the lights/ indicators

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 5 May 2007 21,273 miles

Battery voltage low causing the horn to be affected by the lights/ indicators

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 21,160 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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P160 NOW is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P160 NOW, 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 P160 NOW registered?

P160 NOW is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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