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R445 MTN

1997 Triumph Thunderbird

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

19,393 mi
Last recorded19,393 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Thunderbird15,292 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR445 MTN
MakeTriumph
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 19,393 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 19,338 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 19,287 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 19,184 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 19,076 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 18,954 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 18,877 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 18,786 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 18,786 miles

Rear Brake cylinder insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 18,695 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 18,556 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 18,361 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 18,380 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 18,291 miles

water leak from radiator [advised on]

Pass 20 Aug 2009 17,458 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 17,022 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 16,472 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 16,303 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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R445 MTN is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R445 MTN, 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 R445 MTN registered?

R445 MTN is a 1997 Triumph Thunderbird, first registered on 17 October 1997.

Is R445 MTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R445 MTN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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