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R172 YRT

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 883cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,217 mi
Last recorded6,217 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR172 YRT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine883cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 6,217 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 6,169 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit PERISHING (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 5,863 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 5,863 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 5,632 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2020 5,630 miles

Front Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating lever comes back to the grip on first pull (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 5,624 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 4,979 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 4,937 miles

Rear Number plate light not working

Fail 4 Dec 2009 4,932 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 4,932 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 4,927 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 4,918 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 4,909 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 4,840 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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R172 YRT is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R172 YRT, 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 R172 YRT registered?

R172 YRT is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R172 YRT safe to buy?

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