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P205 XNJ

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,648 mi
Last recorded17,648 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP205 XNJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2022 17,648 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 17,194 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 17,000 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 15,194 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 14,233 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 13,246 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 11,325 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 9,745 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 7,274 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 7,044 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 4,346 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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P205 XNJ is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 P205 XNJ, 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 P205 XNJ registered?

P205 XNJ is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 May 1997.

Is P205 XNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P205 XNJ shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P205 XNJ have outstanding finance?

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