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P545 VCD

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,337 mi
Last recorded14,337 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP545 VCD
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2022 14,337 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 14,302 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 14,190 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 14,022 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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P545 VCD is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 P545 VCD, 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 P545 VCD registered?

P545 VCD is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is P545 VCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P545 VCD shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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