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P1 RFJ

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

28,586 mi
Last recorded28,586 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP1 RFJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 28,586 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 29,227 miles

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 -1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 28,351 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 28,154 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 27,858 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 27,603 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 27,187 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 26,871 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 26,839 miles

Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted Slight distortion (3.2.A1m)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 26,591 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 26,017 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 25,562 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 24,853 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front tyre worn out of shape slightly and low on tread

Pass 9 Aug 2010 23,786 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 23,060 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 22,451 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 22,057 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 22,051 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

rear number plate light inop

Pass 9 Jun 2006 19,894 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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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P1 RFJ is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P1 RFJ, 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 P1 RFJ registered?

P1 RFJ is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is P1 RFJ safe to buy?

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