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PBD 973

1957 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

42,720 mi
Last recorded42,720 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2012
Typical for 1957 Triumph Thunderbird13,073 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBD 973
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1957
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2012 42,720 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 42,720 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 42,433 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 42,045 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 41,530 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 41,341 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 41,016 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 40,810 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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PBD 973 is a 1957 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1957 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 13,073 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 PBD 973, 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 69 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 PBD 973 registered?

PBD 973 is a 1957 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 29 August 1957.

Is PBD 973 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBD 973 shows 8 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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