MOT Status
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37,450 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.5.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside switch gear slightly loose
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
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R189 MFX is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.
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 R189 MFX, 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 R189 MFX registered?
R189 MFX is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 13 October 1997.
Is R189 MFX safe to buy?
The MOT history for R189 MFX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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