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P289 BDD

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,624 mi
Last recorded24,624 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP289 BDD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 24,624 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 24,498 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 24,251 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 22,963 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 22,963 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 21,533 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 20,412 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 19,026 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 19,021 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 17,035 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 15,202 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 13,699 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 11,540 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 9,051 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 6,393 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 4,719 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 4,045 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 3,181 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 2,989 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 2,986 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 1,334 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 1,251 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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P289 BDD is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P289 BDD, 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 P289 BDD registered?

P289 BDD is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is P289 BDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P289 BDD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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