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P293 BDD

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,237 mi
Last recorded39,237 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP293 BDD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2014 39,237 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 37,534 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 36,011 miles

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 35,354 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 33,255 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 30,826 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 29,381 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 27,870 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 26,612 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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P293 BDD is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 P293 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 P293 BDD registered?

P293 BDD is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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