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P229 TAM

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

13,382 mi
Last recorded13,382 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP229 TAM
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 13,382 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 13,368 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 13,258 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 13,209 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 12,895 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 11,758 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2015 11,661 miles

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

Fail 27 Jul 2015 11,661 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear tyre close to wear limit.

Pass 27 Jun 2012 10,750 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 5,908 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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P229 TAM is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P229 TAM, 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 P229 TAM registered?

P229 TAM is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P229 TAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P229 TAM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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