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P707 XCU

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,809 mi
Last recorded55,809 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP707 XCU
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 55,809 miles
Fail 7 May 2025 55,809 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 55,638 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 55,638 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 55,073 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 54,056 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 54,056 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 53,035 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 50,915 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2016 50,905 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 47,992 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 45,976 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear number plate lamp not working

Fail 7 Jun 2013 44,555 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 44,555 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 43,460 miles

rear number plate lamp not working

Pass 24 May 2011 42,065 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 41,087 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 20 May 2009 39,919 miles

Offside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

rear no plate lamp not working

Pass 20 May 2009 39,919 miles

rear no plate lamp not working

Pass 20 May 2008 38,850 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 May 2007 37,602 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 36,029 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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P707 XCU is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 17,177 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 P707 XCU, 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 30 years old, this Triumph Thunderbird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P707 XCU registered?

P707 XCU is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 9 December 1996.

Is P707 XCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P707 XCU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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