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P678 TCV

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,535 mi
Last recorded15,535 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP678 TCV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2024 15,535 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 15,474 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 15,384 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 14,922 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 14,630 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 14,232 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 13,801 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 12,975 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 11,371 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 9,071 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 7,269 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 6,374 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 4,700 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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P678 TCV is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 P678 TCV, 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 P678 TCV registered?

P678 TCV is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is P678 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P678 TCV shows 13 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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