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R208 CBA

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

19,602 mi
Last recorded19,602 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR208 CBA
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 19,602 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2026 19,585 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 19,339 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 19,245 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 19,181 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 18,955 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 17,939 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 17,675 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 17,644 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 17,393 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 16,109 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 15,357 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 15,097 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 14,367 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 14,014 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 13,470 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 12,680 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 12,232 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 11,135 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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R208 CBA is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R208 CBA, 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 R208 CBA registered?

R208 CBA is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 November 1997.

Is R208 CBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R208 CBA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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