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P966 XUY

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

20,642 mi
Last recorded20,642 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP966 XUY
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 20,642 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 24,296 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 23,882 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 23,626 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 23,549 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 23,549 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 23,088 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 May 2019 22,416 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 21,791 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 21,457 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 21,120 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 21,120 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 20,756 miles
Pass 26 May 2013 20,313 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 May 2012 19,640 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 18,917 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 17,972 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 17,011 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 15,517 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 14,783 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 12,665 miles

Front 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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P966 XUY is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 P966 XUY, 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 P966 XUY registered?

P966 XUY is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 24 April 1997.

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