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R386 UJC

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,775 mi
Last recorded16,775 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR386 UJC
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 16,775 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 15,209 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 29 Feb 2024 13,937 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 13,322 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2023 13,322 miles

Direction indicator not working rear left hand (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 12,347 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 11,390 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Feb 2021 11,390 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 10,659 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Slow throttle return

Pass 14 Feb 2019 9,861 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 7,957 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Slight change in engine speed on left lock

Pass 16 Feb 2017 6,000 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 5,796 miles

slight perishing to sidewalls and between treads of rear tyre

slight perishing to sidewalls of front tyre

Fail 25 Mar 2015 5,411 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 5,411 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 4,061 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 3,000 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 3,000 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 2,893 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 2,717 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 2,229 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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R386 UJC is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R386 UJC, 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

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What year was R386 UJC registered?

R386 UJC is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is R386 UJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R386 UJC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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