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P973 SYF

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

1,944 mi
Last recorded1,944 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP973 SYF
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 1,944 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 1,326 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 1,326 miles

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 1,195 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 1,130 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 1 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 9,510 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 9,421 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 9,314 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 9,093 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 8,658 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 8,463 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 8,142 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 7,847 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 7,384 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 6,240 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 5,369 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 5,316 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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P973 SYF is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P973 SYF, 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 P973 SYF registered?

P973 SYF is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 19 May 1997.

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