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P91 GEG

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

17,554 mi
Last recorded17,554 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP91 GEG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2012 17,554 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 May 2012 17,554 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 May 2011 15,544 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2011 15,509 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2010 13,875 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 13,381 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 13,381 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 12,660 miles

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

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 GEG is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P91 GEG, 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 GEG registered?

P91 GEG is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is P91 GEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P91 GEG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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