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R2 PEW

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

8,351 mi
Last recorded8,351 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 PEW
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 8,351 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 8,315 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 8,170 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 8,170 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Aug 2009 7,985 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 7,818 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 6,531 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 4,237 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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R2 PEW is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R2 PEW, 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 R2 PEW registered?

R2 PEW is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R2 PEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 PEW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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