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PRL 343Y

1982 Triumph Thunderbird

Orange Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

12,299 mi
Last recorded12,299 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1982 Triumph Thunderbird22,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRL 343Y
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1982
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 12,299 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 12,281 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 12,180 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2021 12,180 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 12,157 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 11,703 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 11,657 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 11,263 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 10,327 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 9,451 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 8,457 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 7,398 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 6,635 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 6,004 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 5,695 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 5,530 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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PRL 343Y is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird in Orange with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 22,624 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 PRL 343Y, 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 44 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 PRL 343Y registered?

PRL 343Y is a 1982 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 September 1982.

Is PRL 343Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRL 343Y shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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