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P238 PGT

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,486 mi
Last recorded41,486 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP238 PGT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2012 41,486 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 40,549 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 24 Jun 2011 40,549 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 38,079 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 36,673 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 34,359 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 33,918 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 30,898 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 30,895 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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P238 PGT is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 17,177 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P238 PGT, 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 30 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P238 PGT registered?

P238 PGT is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P238 PGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P238 PGT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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