MOT Status
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56,803 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front brake lever only has sufficient reserve travel on highest span setting
Headlamp light intensity reduced When horn pressed (4.1.4 (a))
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
Front brake lever only has sufficient reserve travel on highest span setting
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
Headlamp light intensity reduced When horn pressed (4.1.4 (a))
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front brake lever only has sufficient reserve travel on highest span setting
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))
Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
Slight oil leak under engine
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front brake lever only has sufficient reserve travel on highest span setting
Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))
Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
Slight oil leak under engine
nearside exhaust silencer bracket loose
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
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R176 BNS is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.
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 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 R176 BNS, 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 R176 BNS registered?
R176 BNS is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 August 1997.
Is R176 BNS safe to buy?
The MOT history for R176 BNS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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