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R105 EGJ

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

6,984 mi
Last recorded6,984 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR105 EGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 6,984 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 6,533 miles

Front tyre perished

Rear tyre perished

Pass 9 Aug 2023 5,738 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 5,588 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 5,488 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 4,752 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 4,372 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 4,001 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 3,682 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 2,893 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 2,240 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 1,082 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 1,052 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 1,052 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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R105 EGJ is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R105 EGJ, 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 R105 EGJ registered?

R105 EGJ is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 18 August 1997.

Is R105 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R105 EGJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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