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R359 KUT

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,397 mi
Last recorded7,397 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR359 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2011 7,397 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 7,375 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

chain in poor condition advise attention.

evidence of oil/grease on front wheel advise furthr inspection. (wet day)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 7,322 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 7,319 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 7,141 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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R359 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R359 KUT, 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 R359 KUT registered?

R359 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 6 October 1997.

Is R359 KUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R359 KUT shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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