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P9 FAB

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,105 mi
Last recorded19,105 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP9 FAB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 19,105 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 18,927 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2025 18,920 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both fork seals leaking. (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2009 18,619 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 17,791 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2007 17,790 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 17,615 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2005 15,648 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Nov 2005 15,648 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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P9 FAB is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P9 FAB, 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.

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What year was P9 FAB registered?

P9 FAB is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P9 FAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P9 FAB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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