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P903 PKJ

1996 Triumph Thunderbird

Blue Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,420 mi
Last recorded30,420 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 1996 Triumph Thunderbird17,177 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP903 PKJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 30,420 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2014 29,474 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 28,838 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 28,838 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 27,237 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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P903 PKJ is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird in Blue with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P903 PKJ, 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 P903 PKJ registered?

P903 PKJ is a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P903 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P903 PKJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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