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P91 AHG

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

8,059 mi
Last recorded8,059 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP91 AHG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 8,059 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 7,554 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 7,357 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 7,315 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 6,446 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 6,436 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 6,424 miles

Front front tyre has age related cracks.

Pass 5 Jul 2017 6,371 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 6,371 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 May 2015 6,358 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 6,330 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 6,330 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 6,181 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 6,051 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 5,899 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 5,676 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 5,093 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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P91 AHG is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P91 AHG, 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

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What year was P91 AHG registered?

P91 AHG is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P91 AHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P91 AHG shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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