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R108 FCG

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,929 mi
Last recorded24,929 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR108 FCG
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2019 24,929 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 24,724 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 24,147 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 23,452 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 23,115 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 22,155 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 21,350 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 20,225 miles

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

rear tyre uneven wear

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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R108 FCG is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R108 FCG, 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 R108 FCG registered?

R108 FCG is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R108 FCG safe to buy?

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