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P194 LKL

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,479 mi
Last recorded12,479 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP194 LKL
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 12,479 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 12,475 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 12,465 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 12,449 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 12,389 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 12,385 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 12,336 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 12,172 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 12,012 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 11,832 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 11,531 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 11,145 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 10,661 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 10,297 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 9,799 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 9,530 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 8,834 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 8,657 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 8,509 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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P194 LKL is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P194 LKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P194 LKL registered?

P194 LKL is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P194 LKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P194 LKL shows 19 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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