CarVerify

Free Car Check

P769 OLX

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,367 mi
Last recorded23,367 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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

RegistrationP769 OLX
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourRed
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

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 23,367 miles

Rear Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2015 23,202 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 23,197 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 23,022 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

recommend replacement of front brake disc due to distortion

Pass 4 Apr 2012 22,460 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 22,208 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 20,962 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 20,962 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 Mar 2009 18,639 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 18,639 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 18,220 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 18,220 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 13,702 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 11,151 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

P769 OLX is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P769 OLX, 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 P769 OLX?

You can check the full history of P769 OLX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P769 OLX registered?

P769 OLX is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P769 OLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P769 OLX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P769 OLX 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 P769 OLX. 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.