MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
14,247 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)
Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)
How Reliable is the Triumph Thunderbird?
Based on 66,789 MOT tests across 6,108 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R281 PGC is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc 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 R281 PGC, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R281 PGC?
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What year was R281 PGC registered?
R281 PGC is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 22 December 1997.
Is R281 PGC safe to buy?
The MOT history for R281 PGC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R281 PGC have outstanding finance?
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