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P323 VUB

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

28,822 mi
Last recorded28,822 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP323 VUB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 28,822 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 28,668 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 28,459 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 28,269 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 27,875 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 27,875 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 27,239 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 26,685 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 26,134 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 25,524 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 24,930 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 24,434 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 24,434 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 27 Aug 2014 23,668 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 23,668 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 23,002 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 22,406 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 21,615 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 21,138 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 20,330 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 20,318 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 18,884 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 16,447 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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P323 VUB is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 P323 VUB, 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 P323 VUB registered?

P323 VUB is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P323 VUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P323 VUB shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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