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R270 EDV

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

18,861 mi
Last recorded18,861 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR270 EDV
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 18,861 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2026 18,841 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 18,841 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2025 18,233 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect fully adjusted and damping effect is acceptable (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 15 Mar 2025 18,233 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 14,749 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 14,678 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 14,580 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 14,486 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 14,316 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 14,238 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 14,076 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 14,076 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2006 12,367 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 May 2006 12,367 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 12,313 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2006 12,313 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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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R270 EDV is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R270 EDV, 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 R270 EDV registered?

R270 EDV is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R270 EDV safe to buy?

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