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P934 GBC

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,646 mi
Last recorded14,646 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP934 GBC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 14,646 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 14,588 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 14,544 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 14,503 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 14,454 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 14,424 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 14,385 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 14,385 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working Including sidecar (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 14,315 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 14,257 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 14,149 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 13,579 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 13,975 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 13,579 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 13,188 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 13,025 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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P934 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 P934 GBC, 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 P934 GBC registered?

P934 GBC is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 19 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P934 GBC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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