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PRP 134D

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

18,783 mi
Last recorded18,783 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRP 134D
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2017 18,783 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 17,735 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 28 Sep 2016 17,735 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 17,239 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 16,823 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 15,776 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

rh footrest secure but slightly loose

Pass 2 Oct 2012 15,059 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 14,499 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 13,948 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 13,769 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 13,769 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Rear Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2008 11,338 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 11,217 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 10,147 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2006 10,945 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2006 10,945 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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PRP 134D is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 PRP 134D, 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 PRP 134D registered?

PRP 134D is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 11 December 1997.

Is PRP 134D safe to buy?

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