CarVerify

Free Car Check

P50 JDT

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,456 mi
Last recorded17,456 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP50 JDT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 17,456 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 17,313 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 17,297 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 16,452 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 13,737 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 12,858 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 12,858 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 12,374 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 12,351 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Sidecar front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Sidecar rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 25 May 2010 11,196 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 11,196 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2009 9,232 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 8,608 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 7,968 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 6,286 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
Full Triumph Thunderbird reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P50 JDT is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P50 JDT, 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

How do I check the history of P50 JDT?

You can check the full history of P50 JDT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P50 JDT registered?

P50 JDT is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P50 JDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P50 JDT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P50 JDT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P50 JDT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.