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P257 POW

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

21,939 mi
Last recorded21,939 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP257 POW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 21,939 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 20,787 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 20,787 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 20,776 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 20,716 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 20,714 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 May 2019 20,714 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 20,671 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 20,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2013 20,227 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

number plate light not working ( new bulb )

Pass 25 Jan 2013 20,227 miles

number plate light not working ( new bulb )

Pass 21 Jan 2012 20,134 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

number plate light not working ?

Pass 30 Dec 2010 18,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 30 Dec 2010 18,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 18,713 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 18,696 miles

noisey pipes fitted

Pass 1 Dec 2006 18,624 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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P257 POW is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 P257 POW, 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 P257 POW registered?

P257 POW is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P257 POW safe to buy?

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