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P188 DFP

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,587 mi
Last recorded10,587 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP188 DFP
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 10,587 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 May 2025 9,810 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 3 May 2025 9,807 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 9,507 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 8,134 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 6,877 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 6,726 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 6,645 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 6,596 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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P188 DFP is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P188 DFP, 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 P188 DFP registered?

P188 DFP is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is P188 DFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P188 DFP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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