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R301 EGK

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

19,408 mi
Last recorded19,408 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 EGK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 19,408 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 19,282 miles

Front Tyre starting to crack

Pass 22 May 2021 18,783 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 18,520 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 18,515 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 18,479 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2015 17,853 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 17,797 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2011 17,577 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 17,504 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2009 17,488 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 20 Apr 2008 17,390 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2008 17,390 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 16,486 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 13,606 miles

slight bind on front brakes †number plate light not working

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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R301 EGK is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Thunderbird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 15,292 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 R301 EGK, 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 R301 EGK registered?

R301 EGK is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 October 1997.

Is R301 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 EGK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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