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R313 EGK

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

13,384 mi
Last recorded13,384 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR313 EGK
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 13,384 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2023 13,225 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 12,929 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 12,629 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 12,437 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 11,117 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 11,029 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 10,933 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 10,864 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 10,774 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 10,718 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 10,545 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 10,426 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 9,606 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 7,948 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 5,438 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 3,944 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 3,784 miles

Nearside Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Offside Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 3,784 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 3,531 miles

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 3,531 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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R313 EGK is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R313 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 R313 EGK registered?

R313 EGK is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is R313 EGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R313 EGK shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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