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R390 BMB

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,454 mi
Last recorded32,454 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR390 BMB
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 32,454 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 31,664 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 30,562 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 29,005 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 28,360 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 27,448 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 26,801 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 26,282 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 25,261 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 24,252 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 22,762 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 18 Apr 2015 22,762 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 21,210 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 19,577 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2012 18,047 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 17,078 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 17,033 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Offside Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 15,893 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 14,674 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 13,602 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 12,309 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 10,475 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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R390 BMB is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R390 BMB, 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 R390 BMB registered?

R390 BMB is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 4 September 1997.

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